Principal Project Officer

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Lead Projects That Matter. Shape Technology That Enables Change
• 1 x Temporary 12-month, full-time opportunity
• Office location Parramatta, hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $154,231 to $178,369+ super

As our Principal Project Officer, you'll take the lead on a portfolio of complex and strategically important IT projects, driving delivery from concept through to implementation and benefits realisation.

You'll work closely with senior executives, business leaders, technical specialists, vendors and key stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and aligned to organisational priorities. Along the way, you'll influence decision-making, manage risks, establish governance frameworks and create meaningful outcomes that support the future of NSW.

We're seeking a confident and experienced project leader who can navigate complexity, influence stakeholders at all levels, and deliver strategic outcomes.

You'll thrive in this role if you:

• Lead integrated planning and delivery coordination across business, technology and vendor workstreams.
• Establish and maintain project governance, reporting, assurance and decision-making arrangements.
• Prepare clear and concise advice, recommendations and status reporting for project governance bodies and senior executives.
• Enjoy leading complex projects from concept through to delivery.
• Have the confidence to provide advice and challenge thinking at senior levels.
• Are skilled at balancing competing priorities, risks and dependencies.
• Translate complex issues into practical solutions and actionable outcomes.
• Lead teams through change while maintaining focus on results.

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Project Management or equivalent demonstrated experience in project and program delivery, business transformation and organisational change.  
• Demonstrated expertise in applying project management methodologies, governance frameworks and delivery best practices to successfully deliver complex projects and programs, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, reporting and benefits realisation.  
• Demonstrated experience leading complex projects and strategic initiatives within large and/or complex organisations, including stakeholder engagement, governance, procurement, resource management, dependency management and delivery oversight. 
• Demonstrated experience establishing and managing project governance, assurance and reporting processes, including project control groups, executive reporting, risk and issue management, decision management and escalation pathways

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. 

Should you require further information about the role please contact Sachana Mavila Kuniyadam  via Sachana.Mavila.Kuniyadam@dcceew.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 Gemma Battison on 0289 6733 (please mention reference number 552795).

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: 03 Sep 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 17 Sep 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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