Coordination & Planning Officer

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Ongoing, Full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
• Based in vibrant Parramatta, with hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $119,292 up to $134,587 pa plus super

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Coordination & Planning Officer to provide strategic coordination, business management and executive support to the Business and Industry Decarbonisation Division's Leadership Team. This is a fast-paced and rewarding role where you will help drive business planning, coordinate critical briefings and correspondence, support divisional initiatives, and contribute to the effective operation of a complex and dynamic work environment.

In this role, you will:

• Plan and contribute to Division-wide projects, events, business improvement initiatives and strategic priorities.
• Organise, review and support divisional workforce planning activities
• Support the Leadership Team to achieve key priorities and activities across the Division.
• Liaise with business units and corporate areas including Business Partners, the Office of the Deputy Secretary, and the Ministerial Services Branch, to deliver high-quality and timely responses to requests, submissions and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate divisional briefings, correspondence, issues management and executive support activities.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Maura Hodnett, Senior Coordination & Planning Officer via maura.hodnett@dcceew.nsw.gov.au.  

Alongside strong administrative and coordination skills, supported by excellent attention to detail and accuracy, you will also need to demonstrate:

• Proven experience supporting business management functions such as workforce coordination, planning, finance, reporting and procurement.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a high attention to detail.
• Ability to navigate multiple complex requests within tight timeframes
• Sound judgement and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Experience coordinating briefings, correspondence and executive support functions.

• Knowledge and experience working in a fast paced and high-volume environment, including a proven capacity to support senior level staff in the management of projects and issues.
• High level written and verbal communication, interpersonal, liaison and negotiation skills.

For more information read the full Role Description: Coordination and Planning Officer

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. 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. 

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.

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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 Paterson, Talent Acquisition Specialist on 02 6360 9017 (please mention reference number 553696).

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: 22 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 08 Nov 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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