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


 

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.


 

  • Create meaningful digital experiences


     

  • Temporary, full-time position (35 hours per week) until Jan 2027, with the possibility of extension


     

  • Parramatta office location or upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported


     

  • Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $129,464 to $142,665 + super


     


Are you passionate about creating digital experiences that engage and inform? We’re looking for a Senior Website & Digital Communications Advisor to oversee the editing and publishing of website content for the Environment and Heritage website, ensuring content is easy to find, engaging, accessible and relevant to our users.


 

In this hands-on role, you’ll work within a small but pivotal team of web editors to publish a high volume of website content on behalf of a diverse range of scientific, environment and heritage subject matter experts. You’ll also play an important advisory role in the development and delivery of digital strategies, tools and standards that enhance the user experience.


 

What you’ll do


 

  • Day to day editing, writing and publishing of a high volume of new and existing website content, ensuring content meets NSW government content principles and digital standards.


     

  • Provide team leadership, support and advice to content team members while assisting your manager in triaging and prioritisation of publishing jobs.


     

  • Deliver high-quality website content that is user-focused, accessible and aligned with content strategy.


     

  • Utilise Drupal templates, modules and other digital tools for effective and engaging presentation of content.


     

  • Monitor and respond to content publishing requests within agreed service standards.


     

  • Provide expert guidance on UX, SEO/GEO, information architecture, accessibility and web standards.


     

  • Assist in the active review and assessment of content for retirement, working to agreed content governance standards.


     

  • Analyse website performance to improve content accessibility, engagement and quality.


     

  • Monitor and respond to urgent Ministerial requests and department announcements or launches that may require occasional weekend or after-hours publishing.


     

About you
You’re an experienced communications professional with a strong background in digital communications, writing for the web, web publishing and content strategy. You bring expertise in accessibility standards, analytics, search optimisation, government digital frameworks and are trusted for your clear, practical advice to stakeholders.


 

You’re also a collaborative team member who builds strong relationships across government, industry and the community. You communicate effectively, manage competing priorities and bring a solutions-focused approach, in a deadline-driven, often pressurised environment. Whether mentoring your team, engaging with leadership team members or other stakeholders, you’re known for your integrity, professionalism and commitment to delivering digital outcomes that are user-focused, accessible and impactful.

This is your opportunity to make a tangible difference in how users interact with our digital services, shaping content that is engaging, accessible and informative.


 

Essential Requirements


 

  • Tertiary qualifications in communications, digital media or relevant field or equivalent skills and/or relevant industry experience.


     

For more information read the full Role Description:  Senior Website & Digital Communications Advisor


 

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.

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.


 

Please also note, to be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian 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 28 January 2026 at 11:55PM.


 

Should you require further information about the role please contact the Hiring Manager via content.team@environment.nsw.gov.au or on 02 9860 1481.

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.


 

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?


 

  • 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 Alexandra Blair on 02 8275 1761 (please mention reference number 547235).

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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