Compliance Officer

Our Natural Resources Access Regulator (NRAR) team is currently seeking to appoint a Compliance Officer to play a key role in protecting NSW’s resources. You’ll be at the forefront of ensuring water is used lawfully and responsibly across the state. This is a dynamic role where you’ll combine investigation, stakeholder engagement and problem-solving to drive compliance with water legislation. You’ll undertake field work as part of compliance campaigns and work closely with communities, landholders and industry to promote understanding, change behaviour and support fair and sustainable water sharing for future generations.

• →Undertake compliance activities to investigate potential breaches of water regulations and legislation, and prepare reports to support enforcement outcomes
• →Analyse and interpret water resource data to inform regulatory decisions
• →Engage with landholders and stakeholders to provide guidance and education
• →Prepare briefings, reports and Ministerial correspondence
• →Contribute to continuous improvement of compliance and regulatory practices

• Interpreting and applying complex water legislation and policies
• Producing high-quality work suitable for legal or court processes
• Working as part of a geographically dispersed team and travelling to regional and remote locations

• Experience in compliance, regulation, investigations or a related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interpret and apply legislation and policy
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Confidence engaging and influencing a wide range of stakeholders
• High level of integrity, accountability and professionalism

• Hold a current NSW Driver's Licence and a willingness to drive to remote locations which may include overnight stays.
• Appointment is subject to the successful applicant satisfactorily passing the criminal record check.

For more information read the full Role Description: Compliance Officer NRAR

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

NRAR enforces the NSW water laws and offers guidance and education to help water users comply.

We strive to be an efficient and effective regulator that celebrates and reflects the diversity of the community we serve. Working with NRAR provides a chance to make sure water is used lawfully so that all communities and the environment get a fair share.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. 

Should you require further information about the role please contact Rosalind Pollock via rosalind.pollock@nrar.nsw.gov.au

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

• Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• How we encourage and support people with disability
• Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace.

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting Amanda Tantzaris on 02 8275 1128 (please mention reference number 550300).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at AEX@dcceew.nsw.gov.au for a yarn. 

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Advertised: 02 Jun 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 15 Jun 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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