Job Description

• Senior Field Supervisor Grade 1-2
• Package includes base salary $101,980 - $109,500, employer's contribution to superannuation plus 8.5% loading for working weekends and public holidays
• Fulltime ongoing
• Located in Rylstone

Do you want to work to make a difference for NSW?

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage

Guide our close-knit and high performing Field Officer teams making a real impact working across the NPWS Blue Mountains Branch.

About the role

As a Senior Field Supervisor, you’ll play a key leadership role in shaping and supporting a diverse team delivering essential field operations for NPWS. Working closely with the Team Leader Field Operations, you’ll help drive the smooth delivery of conservation and park management priorities across the region.

Leading a team of six based in Rylstone, you’ll coordinate and empower Field Officers to tackle a wide range of important work—from pest and weed control programs to construction and maintenance projects, fire management activities, and other critical field operations. No two days are the same. You might be planning and prioritising works, allocating resources, managing fleet and equipment, supervising contractors, or overseeing project delivery across a geographically varied and dynamic environment. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity where your ability to guide people, solve problems and keep operations running safely and effectively will make a real difference.

About you

You’re a motivated leader with a genuine passion for community, conservation and the environment. With strong leadership skills, a sharp eye for detail, and a commitment to safety, you know how to bring out the best in your team. You thrive in collaborative environments and are driven to build a positive, high-performing culture. You’ll also enjoy a good level of autonomy, with responsibility for planning, developing and delivering approved maintenance works and operational programs that support the protection and management of our parks.

Essential requirements

• Demonstrated ability to work with the Agency’s statutory obligations as they apply to conservation natural, Aboriginal and cultural heritage and resources and experience in exercising delegated authority for law enforcement.
• Demonstrated experience in, or detailed knowledge of, various trade skills and experience in the purchase, management and utilisation of plant and equipment.
• Demonstrated experience in ensuring effective planning, management and completion of maintenance programs and construction of park/recreational facilities such as roads/fire trails, walking tracks and buildings; and pest and animal control.
• Demonstrated ability and experience to operate and supervise the operation of machinery, plant and equipment for maintenance and construction work whilst complying with Work Health and Safety standards, with a willingness and ability to obtain Workcover certification if required.
• Demonstrated ability to perform a fire crew leadership role and incident control functions.
• Current Senior First Aid Certificate and current Australian Class C Drivers licence or equivalent including four-wheel driving certificate, and willingness to fly in light aircraft.

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 (i.e. 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.

To view the Role Description: Senior Field Supervisor NPWS SFS 1-2 Role Description

Who we are

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.

What we can offer you

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge.

• Accrued days off in addition to Annual Leave

• Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport

• Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training.

What we do

About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service

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Blue Mountains Branch Overview

To apply

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.

To be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen, New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles, you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.

Applications close: Sunday 14th June 2026 at 11.55pm

For more information about the role please contact Josh Cam, Team Leader Field Operations, Mudgee Area, Blue Mountains Branch, NPWS, mobile 0427 791 368 or email joshua.cam@environment.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.

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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 Marie-Claire Bleakley on 0407 789 021 (please mention reference number 550551).

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