Principal Advisor Environmental Management in Newcastle upon Tyne

Join the Development Co-Ordination Authority (DCA) Technical Advisory team and help make a difference on some of NSW's most significant development projects. This is a permanent full-time opportunity based in Parramatta, Newcastle or Wollongong, though other NSW DPHI Office locations will be considered. Salary is relative to experience, ranging from $154,231 to $178,369 + super.

As a founding member of the team, you'll have the rare opportunity to help build a high-performing organisation while contributing to projects that leave a lasting legacy for communities across the state. As a Principal Advisor, you'll lead complex and impactful environmental management advice on major development and infrastructure projects, influence decisions that matter, and mentor a talented team. You'll enjoy flexible work, diverse challenges, strong leadership opportunities, and a collaborative culture where your expertise is valued and your contribution makes a real difference.

In this role you will:

• Lead environmental management advice across major projects, planning proposals and rezonings.
• Provide practical, high-quality advice on complex environmental matters.
• Guide a team of specialists and build strong relationships that help keep projects moving.
• Balance competing priorities, navigate complex stakeholder environments, and turn technical findings into clear recommendations.

About you:

• Advanced knowledge of the NSW planning, assessment and approval environments including relevant legislation, policy, regulations, standards and codes of practice.
• Demonstrated experience in environmental management advisory environments (government, operator, consultancy or equivalent).
• Experience implementing environmental management assessment methodologies and governance frameworks in areas such as noise, air, water or contamination.
• Leadership of environmental impact assessments and risk management.
• Experience delivering pollution management planning programs.
• Strong technical writing skills and ability to brief non-technical decision-makers.
• Outstanding stakeholder engagement skills, fostering strong relationships and ensuring alignment with diverse stakeholders to achieve outcomes.

Why join us?

At the Development Coordination Authority (DCA), you'll help shape decisions that balance growth, environmental stewardship and community outcomes across NSW. This is an opportunity to provide trusted environmental advice on some of the state's most significant development and infrastructure projects, ensuring communities benefit from sustainable, well-informed planning decisions.

Essential qualifications include a degree in a related discipline or equivalent relevant experience, such as a Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Environmental Science or Bachelor of Applied Science.

At the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), you could shape your world while helping us shape the future of NSW. Join our team and shape your world in a workplace that empowers you to do your best work and build a meaningful career.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process.

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. This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check.