- Ongoing full time
- Location: Dubbo or negotiable within the Central West LLS Region
- Salary starting from $116,981pa + super
- Accelerate your career without leaving town
The role of Senior Land Services Officer - Regional Programs Coordinator with the Central West Local Land Service is responsible for the coordination of on-ground projects and support for staff implementing funded programs, working across both the Travelling Stock Reserve (TSR) and Invasive Species units. This role will see you have a blend of practical on-ground and outdoor experience as well as stakeholder engagement and the development and coordination of plans and procedures.
To Do This You Will:
- Work with TSR and Invasive Species teams to implement the TSR Plan of Management and Regional Strategic Pest Animal Management Plan.
- Work with the teams and stakeholders to develop and implement Annual Delivery Plan activities, including prioritising on-ground works, budgeting, contract management, monitoring and reporting.
- Work with Statewide Advisory Groups and local staff to contribute to and implement statewide programs.
- Engage with community groups, Local Land Service customers and other government departments to identify opportunities for management including providing and implementing best practice advice and support to our customers and stakeholders.
- Implement on-ground activities in line with legislative requirements including the Local Land Services Act 2013 and the Biosecurity Act 2015.
- Develop and implement a monitoring and evaluation framework to capture and improve outcomes of TSR and pest animal management.
- Develop plans and procedures to be used at the regional level and respond to correspondence and requests for information from internal and external stakeholders.
About You:
To be successful you’ll need to be someone who has great communication skills and can successfully deliver projects and programs.
You’ll have strong computer literacy, including the ability to use Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or the ability to develop GIS skills.
Experience and/or knowledge in monitoring an evaluation is also desirable as well as your ability to multitask and coordinate projects on time, within scope and on budget.
A current NSW driver licence combined with the willingness and ability to travel across NSW (including overnight stays) is also required.
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Applying is Easy!
To apply, please submit a copy of your resume (approx. 4 pages) and a cover letter (approx. 2 pages) that tells us about your relevant skills and experience and how these make you an ideal candidate for this role.
What is the process?
The process starts with you submitting your application. Once your application has been received, you will receive an email confirmation and further correspondence when the role advertisement closes.
You might be asked to attend an interview (either via video, over the phone or face to face) or complete a written or other assessment task.
Application Closing Date: Sunday 13th September 2026 at 11.55pm
Recruitment Adjustments
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About Us: Together, we are DPIRD
The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.
Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.
The department brings together:
- Local Land Services
- NSW Resources
- Agriculture and Biosecurity
- Fisheries and Forestry
- Regional Development and Delivery.
With the majority of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.
Diversity and inclusion are core DPIRD values. Everyone has the right to contribute and participate to their full potential. We are committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive culture that is respectful, welcoming and flexible – a workplace where our people feel supported, valued, and part of our collective success.
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Additional Information
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.
The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and/or other assessments as required.
