Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- Permanent full-time (35 hours per week)
- Tamworth office location - /Hybrid working supported
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $113,574 to $125,720 + super
The Natural Resources Access Regulator (NRAR) is currently seeking to appoint an Investigator to undertakes a range of compliance-related activities, including inspections and investigations, and provides technical and educative advice to enhance compliance standards in accordance with Natural Resources Access Regulator Act 2017 and natural resources management legislation including the Water Management Act.
Key Accountabilities
- Undertake investigations, as instructed by the Manager Investigations, of alleged breaches of water management legislation, collect evidence and/or prepare timely and accurate notes for use in the preparation of quality briefs of evidence, reports and recommendations.
- Resolve breaches and offences in accordance with policies and operational guidelines by preparing Notices, PINs etc. to correct non-compliance issues; and providing recommendations for targeted enforcement action or referral to external agencies in response to more serious breaches, such as alleged criminal matters (e.g. NSW Police Force, Local Government, etc.).
- Provide technical and educative advice to land holders, water users, and industry participants to enable them to meet compliance standards.
- Maintain accurate records and provide timely reporting in relation to inspections and compliance issues; answer correspondence and address complaints within required timeframes.
- Provide input to NRAR review and development of operational process and systems related to case management, investigation, compliance and enforcement.
Essential Requirements
- Tertiary qualifications (or equivalent) in one or more relevant fields such as natural resource management, science, law or forensics, or equivalent experience.
- Appointment is subject to the successful applicant satisfactorily passing the criminal record check.
- A current NSW Driver's Licence and a willingness to drive to remote locations which may include overnight stays.
For more information read the full Role Description: Investigator NRAR Clk Gde 7-8
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 Sunday 15th March 2026 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Russell Pitt via russell.pitt@nrar.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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