Senior Program Officer Audit & Regulatory at DCCEEW NSW

, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jun, 26

Salary

148239.0

Posted On

24 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Audit, Regulatory Assurance, Governance, Risk Management, Program Evaluation, Stakeholder Engagement, Evidence-Based Analysis, Policy Development, Report Writing, Project Management, Continuous Improvement, Legislative Analysis, ISO 19011, Communication, Integrity, Judgement

Industry

Description

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW? Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage. * Temporary full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity until 30 June 2026 * Parramatta office location, hybrid working is supported. Other DCCEEW office locations may be considered upon availability and request. * Environment Officer Class 10 * Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $134,421 to $148,239 + super Our Biodiversity and Heritage Regulator (BHR) group is seeking to appoint a Senior Program Officer, Audit & Regulatory Assurance to play a key role in strengthening regulatory governance, transparency and public confidence across NSW. This senior specialist role delivers complex regulatory assurance and review projects that support best practice regulation and continuous improvement in a dynamic and high‑profile operating environment. Working as part of a small, expert Audit & Regulatory Assurance team, you will lead end‑to‑end audit and assurance activities, providing independent, evidence‑based analysis and practical recommendations that enhance regulatory effectiveness and accountability. You will work closely with internal regulatory teams, senior executives and external stakeholders to review programs, identify systemic risks and opportunities, and contribute to the development of assurance frameworks, policies and tools. The team values integrity, collaboration and thoughtful challenge, and operates in a supportive culture focused on quality outcomes and continuous improvement. About You You are an experienced audit, assurance or regulatory professional with demonstrated success delivering complex reviews in a government, regulatory or compliance‑focused environment. You bring strong knowledge of recognised audit and review methodologies and are confident applying them to assess governance arrangements, regulatory practices and program effectiveness. Your ability to analyse complex legislative, policy and operational information enables you to identify root causes, emerging risks and systemic issues, and translate these into clear, evidence‑based findings and recommendations for senior decision‑makers. Experience in regulatory practice, governance, risk management or program evaluation will be highly regarded. You are a confident and credible communicator, with advanced written skills and the ability to prepare clear, concise reports, briefings and recommendations on sensitive or high‑profile matters. You build strong, trusted relationships and can engage constructively with diverse stakeholders, including regulators, industry representatives and other government agencies. Highly organised and self‑directed, you are comfortable managing multiple projects with competing priorities while maintaining rigour, independence and quality. Above all, you demonstrate integrity, sound judgement and a commitment to strengthening regulatory outcomes in the public interest. Essential Requirements * ISO 19011 auditor certification or equivalent, or ability to obtain within 3 months of commencement. * Current NSW driver's licence and ability and willingness to travel throughout the state when required * Satisfactory criminal records check For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Program Officer Audit Regulatory Assurance [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtS7-KWGqYQsEYWO63msPpLwrS_s_CSeclre8uFtj2dGj6tJ4OzNwmtaqBijCf5oq965awfuKxggApJU3YANNYmzYe1gRYW_J493kKJ7RyJNxK6DXtP8I8HakswhqBS2OMaXahE7JWHbJxDC2LcRcgiw%7e%7e] Participation in the NSW Biodiversity Offsets Scheme (BOS) Please read the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme Protocol [https://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/publications/nsw-biodiversity-offsets-scheme-conflict-interest-protocol] to understand if it applies to your circumstances. All applicants for this role and new employees with an existing defined interest in the BOS will be required to disclose their personal (or a close family member’s) participation to ensure potential conflict of interests are declared and managed appropriately. 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 Tuesday, 7th April 2026 at 11:55PM. Should you require further information about the role please contact Rob Hughes via rob.hughes@dcceew.nsw.gov.au [rob.hughes@dcceew.nsw.gov.au] Looking for more information or assistance in applying? * Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace. [https://www.nsw.gov.au/departments-and-agencies/dcceew/work-us#toc-inclusion-and-belonging] * How we encourage and support people with disability [https://www.nsw.gov.au/nsw-government/equity-and-diversity/disability-employment/employee-support] * Information and adjustments for individual needs [https://iworkfor.nsw.gov.au/campaign/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 [dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au] or contacting Stacey Cooper on 02 9585 6811 (please mention reference number 548554). If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide [https://www.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-05/dphi-working-with-us-guide-for-aboriginal-applicants.pdf] to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at AEX@dcceew.nsw.gov.au [AEX@dcceew.nsw.gov.au] for a yarn. Find us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/nswdcceew], Instagram [http://www.instagram.com/nswdcceew], X [https://twitter.com/nswdcceew] (Twitter), YouTube [http://www.youtube.com/@nswdcceew] and LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/nswdcceew/].

Responsibilities

This senior specialist role involves leading end-to-end audit and assurance activities, providing independent, evidence-based analysis and practical recommendations to enhance regulatory effectiveness and accountability. The officer will work closely with internal teams, executives, and external stakeholders to review programs, identify systemic risks, and contribute to assurance frameworks and policies.