Field Officer

DCCEEW NSW•Grafton, WV

3d•$73,737 - $78,530•Onsite

About The Position

As a Field Officer with the National Parks & Wildlife Service (NPWS), you’ll play a vital role in conserving and caring for some of New South Wales’ most significant natural and cultural landscapes. Working predominantly outdoors as part of a small, supportive team, you’ll help keep parks and reserves safe, welcoming and sustainably managed for visitors—now and into the future. The Clarence Area team consists of around 30 dedicated staff who deliver a wide range of park management activities across 41 protected areas, covering nearly 190,000 hectares. The area includes the stunning and highly visited Yuraygir Coast, with numerous popular campgrounds, and is actively involved in bushfire management, native species protection, and collaborative work with a diverse range of stakeholders across the Clarence Valley and beyond. This position is based at the South Grafton depot, with additional facilities at Iluka and the main office on Victoria Street, Grafton. The Clarence Area is fast‑paced and dynamic, with a friendly, inclusive team culture built on trust, accountability and teamwork. Every team member plays an important role in achieving positive outcomes for parks, communities and the environment. This is a physically active role suited to people who enjoy practical work, learning new skills and working outdoors in varied environments, including remote locations.

Requirements

A current Class C driver licence and willingness to obtain required certifications
MR licence or willingness to obtain
A strong commitment to safety, teamwork and environmental stewardship
The ability to work independently and follow work programs with minimal supervision
An interest in conservation, land management and outdoor work
Current Australian Class C Drivers licence or equivalent and four-wheel driving certification.
Demonstrated ability and experience to carry out all duties safely and ability to obtain relevant SafeWork NSW certification to appropriately operate and maintain a range of plant and equipment, including but not limited to conditionally registered vehicles, watercraft, lifting apparatus and road maintenance plant as well as the ability and willingness to obtain a First Aid certificate.
Certification, or ability to obtain certification within the probationary period (up to 12 months) in operating a chainsaw to crosscut and basic tree felling standard; ability to operate two-way radio.
Ability to carry out frontline firefighting duties and support roles including ability to obtain and maintain certification as a crew member or higher, within the probationary period (up to 12 months), and a willingness to fly in light aircraft.
Field Officer applicants must meet the requirements of a firefighting medical which is inclusive of a clearance to undertake frontline firefighting roles. The applicant must pass the task-based fitness assessment to a moderate level within the probationary period (up to 12 months) and annually thereafter.

Responsibilities

Maintaining and improving park assets such as visitor facilities, tracks, roads, campgrounds and heritage buildings
Undertaking conservation activities including pest, weed, fire and threatened species management
Operating and maintaining a range of tools, vehicles and equipment
Supporting fire management and emergency response activities (following training and certification)
Engaging with park visitors by providing information, promoting safety and delivering positive visitor experiences