Field Supervisor

• Field Supervisor
• Ongoing full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity  
• Office location – Nambucca Valley Region
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $92,670 - $99,263, employer's contribution to superannuation plus 8.5% loading for working weekends and public holidays

Looking for a leadership role with plenty of variety working in the great outdoors?  Join our highly committed team working onsite in the NSW North Coast area.  Our depot will soon be relocating to an exciting new location, with a larger footprint and increased staffing capacity. This move represents a great opportunity to build a stronger team environment and support future growth.

About the role
National Parks and Wildlife Service has a unique opportunity for a Field Supervisor to work as part of the team and contribute towards the conservation of the natural environment, flora, fauna and Aboriginal heritage.

Field Supervisors coordinate and supervise field teams to deliver safe, efficient and effective field operations across NPWS.

Working closely with the Team Leader Field Operations/Senior Field Supervisor, you will support the planning, prioritisation and scheduling of works, while maintaining accurate administrative records.

This hands-on role includes coordinating and assisting with:

• pest and wild dog management, fire management and weed control
• road maintenance, visitor engagement, and construction and maintenance of visitor areas and other infrastructure
• protection of Aboriginal cultural heritage sites
• operation and maintenance of plant and equipment.

The role operates on a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays.

About You
As a Field Supervisor, you’ll bring strong leadership, communication and organisational skills to guide a dynamic field team and support the delivery of priority programs and projects including:

• Leadership and coordination: Lead and support team members while working with Rangers, contractors and other stakeholders to achieve practical outcomes.
• Planning and delivery: Manage competing priorities, adapt to changing operational needs, and contribute to the successful delivery of programs and projects.
• Plant and equipment: Safely operate and maintain plant and equipment, including hand and powered tools, spray units, water pumps, chainsaws, all-terrain vehicles, four-wheel drives and heavy plant, in line with relevant licences, SafeWork standards, procedures and manufacturer guidelines.
• Teamwork and independence: Work effectively as part of a team, while also being comfortable working alone or with minimal supervision when required.
• Technology and continuous improvement: Use office-based technologies to improve efficiency and support effective day-to-day operations.

• Current Australian Class C Drivers licence or equivalent.
• Demonstrated well-developed supervisory and team leadership skills for the implementation of field and operational activities, including the construction and maintenance of walking tracks and park facilities, and pest plant and animal control.
• Demonstrated ability and experience in cost estimation, budgeting and planning and programming.
• Experience or detailed knowledge of various trades.
• Ability and demonstrated experience to undertake crew leadership in fire management.
• Relevant SafeWork NSW certification, ability and experience in the operation of machinery, plant and equipment for maintenance/construction work, including chainsaws to basic tree felling standard.

This is a physically active role suited to candidates of all genders who are fit, enjoy working outdoors as part of a team, and are eager to learn and develop the skills and qualifications needed to contribute toward improving and maintaining some of NSW’s most precious natural places.

Applicants must meet the requirements of a specific medical assessment) which is inclusive of a clearance to undertake the fitness test for firefighting fitness roles (ie. moderate level Task-Based Assessment for Firefighters) within the 12-month probationary period, if relevant.

The role holder must obtain certification at the appropriate level prior to undertaking firefighting/incident control duties. Notes:

• Successful applicants must pass the following within a probationary period of 12 months: certification as Fire Crew Member; Senior First Aid and 4WD certification.
• Prior to undertaking ground or aerial firefighting and/or incident control duties, the incumbent must obtain, and maintain currency in, appropriate levels of national firefighting competencies.
• All required training and assessments will be provided by the Department.

• 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 Jodi Arthur via jodi.arthur@dcceew.nsw.gov.au (please mention reference number 551056).

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: 08 Jul 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 22 Jul 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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