Change Manager

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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Drive Change That Makes a Difference
• 1 x Temporary opportunity until October 2027
• Office location Parramatta, hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $133,348 to $146,945 + super

What if your next change management role didn't just transform systems, but helped protect NSW's environment for generations to come?

At the NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW), we're leading significant digital transformation initiatives that support the sustainable management of our state's natural environment. We're looking for a passionate and strategic Change Manager to help shape the future of the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme through people-centred change.

If you're someone who thrives on influencing, engaging and bringing stakeholders on the journey, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

As our Change Manager, you'll play a critical role in driving adoption and embedding change across a major digital transformation program. You'll work closely with project teams, technical experts and business stakeholders to ensure new systems, processes and ways of working are successfully embraced.

This isn't just about communications and training. It's about understanding people, navigating complexity, building trust and creating lasting organisational change.

About You

You're an experienced change professional who understands that successful transformation starts and ends with people.

You'll bring:

• Demonstrated experience leading organisational change within complex project environments
• Strong stakeholder engagement, influencing and relationship-building skills
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to translate complex concepts into clear and meaningful messages
• Experience designing and implementing change, communication and training strategies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• The ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining focus on outcomes

Most importantly, you'll be someone who can inspire confidence, navigate ambiguity and bring people along on the journey.

For more information read the full Role Description: Change Manager

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 20 September at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Cat Long via cat.long@dcceew.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.

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 Gemma Battison on 02 8289 6733 please mention reference number 552406.

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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