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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

  • Position: Senior Team Leader - Estuaries and Catchments
  • Join us and help deliver science that makes a difference
  • Permanent full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
  • Lidcombe office location, hybrid working supported
  • Salary relative to experience and ranges from $164,042 to $175,710 pa + super


Lead science that shapes the future of NSW waterways.

Are you a strategic science leader with a passion for wetlands, estuaries and catchments? Do you thrive on delivering impactful science programs that influence environmental policy and inform management decisions, strengthen partnerships and drive meaningful environmental outcomes? If so, this could be your next opportunity.

We’re seeking an experienced and collaborative Senior Team Leader Estuaries and Catchments to join the Water, Wetlands and Coastal Science team within DCCEEW. In this influential role, you will lead the design and delivery of high-quality science programs that support evidence-based decision making across government and contribute to the protection and sustainable management of NSW’s waterways and coastal environments.

About You
You’re an accomplished science leader with extensive experience developing and delivering rigorous science programs across estuaries and catchments science. You are recognised for your expertise and your ability to lead flexible, multidisciplinary teams that foster collaboration, innovation and customer-focused outcomes.

You bring strong stakeholder engagement capability, with demonstrated success building and maintaining productive relationships across government agencies, research institutions and external partners to deliver high-quality science programs and strategic environmental outcomes.

Essential Requirements

  • Degree level scientific qualifications and/or equivalent experience in a relevant scientific field.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Team Leader Estuaries & Catchments

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 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.

Applications close 14 June 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Tracey Macdonald via tracey.a.macdonald@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or on 0418 624 227.

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 Alexandra Blair on 02 8275 1761 (please mention reference number 550454).

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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