Senior Environmental Assessments Officer Grade : 9/10 | Salary range : $129,464–$142,665 + superannuation and leave loading | Duration : temporary full‑time, up to 12 months | Location : Hybrid (in‑office 2 days a week) in Sydney, Gosford or Bathurst – subject to change in line with DCS workplace policies. Enable responsible delivery of mission‑critical telecommunications infrastructure across NSW About the team The Environment team within the Strategy, Commercial & Risk Division of NSW Telco Authority provides specialist leadership, advice and governance across environmental management, climate resilience and Net Zero priorities. The team supports delivery by setting environmental frameworks, providing guidance to project teams, and ensuring compliance with statutory, policy and whole‑of‑government requirements. The team undertakes environmental assessments and approvals, on‑ground environmental management and organisation‑wide sustainability initiatives. It works closely with project managers, engineers, delivery partners and other government agencies to embed environmental considerations early and consistently, balancing delivery objectives with stewardship. Responsibilities Lead the preparation, review and endorsement of environmental planning documentation, including Reviews of Environmental Factors (REFs) and site environmental plans. Provide specialist advice on environmental planning legislation, approvals and policy requirements to support risk‑informed decision‑making. Work in partnership with project managers, engineers and technical specialists to integrate environmental requirements into project planning, sequencing and delivery. Critically review consultant reports and technical assessments to ensure quality, robustness and fitness for purpose. Identify, assess and manage environmental risks, incidents and potential non‑compliance, recommending practical and proportionate solutions. Coordinate inspections, audits, monitoring and reporting to provide assurance of compliance and support regulatory and executive reporting. Support and enhance environmental, sustainability and governance frameworks, tools and processes, and build organisational capability through guidance and knowledge sharing. Qualifications Tertiary qualifications in environmental science, environmental management, planning or a related discipline. Strong working knowledge of NSW environmental planning and assessment legislation and its practical application. Demonstrated experience preparing, reviewing or managing environmental assessments and approvals. Ability to provide clear, practical and defensible advice to project teams and stakeholders. Well‑developed written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex environmental issues clearly. A current Class C driver licence and willingness to travel across NSW, including undertaking 4WD training if required. Nice to have Experience working in infrastructure, utilities or telecommunications environments. Exposure to sustainability, climate resilience or Net Zero‑related initiatives. Experience working within or alongside government, regulators or complex delivery organisations. Experience reviewing consultant deliverables and coordinating environmental inputs across multiple projects or initiatives. This role may require additional enhanced security vetting. Equality, diversity and inclusion Belong in our diverse and inclusive workplace. The strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracing difference, and the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with different backgrounds and perspectives. We want you to bring your best self to this application process. If you have support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the selection process, please contact the recruitment team. #J-18808-Ljbffr