Senior Projects and Programs Officer

Local Land Services Agency

Reference number

509838

Occupation

Planning, Projects, Agriculture

Work type

Full-Time

Location

Regional NSW

Salary Information

From AUD $130,000.00 to $139,999.00 per year

Closing date

26 July 2026 at 11:55pm

Ongoing full time role

Location - Willing to consider candidates across all DPIRD NSW locations

Salary from $133,348pa plus super & leave loading

Create a legacy using your specialist skills

About Us

Local Land Services (LLS) is an Executive Agency of the Department of Primary Industries & Regional Development. We deliver quality, customer-focused services to landholders and communities across the state. Our locally based teams provide expert advice and support across agriculture, biosecurity, natural resource management, land management, biodiversity, emergency services and private native forestry.

We’re there when it matters – on the ground, supporting landholders with knowledge, networks and local experience.

About the Role

The Senior Projects & Programs Officer will provide specialist leadership for the Agriculture and Animal Services Functional Area (AASFA) operational functions, with a strong focus on aviation, safety, and emergency operations.

In this role, you will:

Lead the delivery of complex programs and projects, overseeing planning, budgets, resources and timelines to ensure successful outcomes aligned with organisational priorities.

Drive program implementation and performance, establishing work plans, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and monitoring progress against key milestones, objectives and standards.

Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, partnering with internal and external clients to support collaboration, engagement and successful project delivery.

Manage strategic partnerships and contracts, leading negotiations and coordinating stakeholders to ensure services are delivered within agreed scope, budget, quality and timeframe requirements.

Provide trusted advice to senior leaders and executives, delivering clear reporting, insights and recommendations on program performance, risks and opportunities.

Lead, coach and develop high-performing teams, fostering capability growth while contributing to continuous improvement of project and program management practices across the organisation

About You

Success in this role requires a proactive and adaptable professional with strong project delivery experience, sound judgement and the ability to build productive partnerships with diverse stakeholders to achieve organisational objectives.

Our ideal candidate will have;

Knowledge of DPIRD emergency management aviation policies and procedures

Experience in emergency aviation response operations

Demonstrated success in Operations Officer roles during AASFA responses

An ability to provide specialist oversight in high-pressure environments

Strong capabilities in risk management, safety, and operational compliance

Advanced skills in leadership, results delivery, and customer service

The ability to support continuity of service during disaster operations

Essential Requirements

NSW Drivers Licence and willingness and ability to travel

Applying for the Role

Apply online by submitting a current resume (max 3 pages) and brief cover letter (max 2 page) that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.

For further information please contact Piers Harper, Principal Program Manager at piers.harper@lls.nsw.gov.au or 0428 679 197. Alternatively, you can view the role description.

Closing Date: Sunday 26th July @ 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 talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au 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

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.