- Ongoing full time position
- Salary starting from $129,464pa + super & leave
- Location: Grafton, Coffs Harbour, Wollongbar or Kempsey
- Lead local Natural Resource Management teams in North Coast NSW
The Opportunity
North Coast Local Land Services (LLS) is seeking an experienced Team Leader with a strong focus on Natural Resource Management (NRM) to lead a dedicated team in delivering meaningful on-ground outcomes for our communities. In this role, you’ll drive the development and implementation of NRM programs and initiatives that support sustainable land use, healthy ecosystems, and resilient communities.
You’ll coordinate projects, manage stakeholder relationships, and help guide local responses to environmental challenges—including supporting agricultural productivity and biosecurity programs and emergency management efforts.
What You’ll Do
- Lead a team delivering natural resource management advisory programs and initiatives.
- Coordinate the development, planning and implementation of NRM programs that reflect environmental, social and economic considerations.
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with landholders, industry, community groups and other stakeholders to deliver shared goals.
- Manage competing priorities in a dynamic and sometimes politically sensitive environment.
- Provide specialist advice to land managers to improve land management practices for environmental, production and biosecurity outcomes.
- Support biosecurity preparedness and response and contribute to natural disaster recovery efforts.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven leadership experience in natural resource management, environmental management or a related field.
- Sound communication skill with an ability to engage and influence stakeholders, build partnerships, and foster collaborative approaches to local land management challenges.
- Strong project management skills, including planning, budgeting, forecasting monitoring and reporting.
- Understanding of the needs and issues facing north coast landholders in achieving sustainable economic development.
- Relevant qualifications in environmental or natural resource management, (or equivalent experience).
- A current NSW driver licence and willingness to travel as required.
Why Work With Us?
- Make a tangible difference to the landscapes and communities of NSW.
- Work in a collaborative, regional team passionate about sustainable land management and the protection of significant natural resources.
- Access flexible working conditions and opportunities for professional development.
- Be part of an organisation that values integrity, service, collaboration and accountability.
Sound like something you would be interested in? Please apply by submitting your resume and a brief cover letter outlining why being you think you would be a good fit for this role.
For more information please contact: Lauren Wilson, Operations Manager, 0427 496 944 or
[email protected].
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Closing Date: Sunday 14th June 2026 @ 11.55pm
Recruitment Adjustments
If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to
[email protected] or contact the hiring manager listed for a confidential discussion.
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.
Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.
Additional Information
The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo reference checks, National Police Check, and Bankruptcy Check.
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.
