Land Services Officer; Riverina

Position: Land Services Officer (Riverina)
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Local Land Services Agency    Reference number    509312     Occupation    Field Officer     Work type    Full-Time     Location    Riverina & Murray, Dubbo & West NSW     Salary Information    Advisory & Technical 38hrs Grade 5     Closing date    15 March 2026 at 11:55pm     - 38 hours per week  - Ongoing full time
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Cobar or Buronga  - Advisory & Technical Grade 5 | Salary from $99,938.00 plus super and leave loading    About the role     As the Land Services Officer, Land Management, you will work closely with rural land managers to provide advice on the management of native vegetation in an agricultural setting in Western NSW. You will undertake both desktop & field assessments to investigate the interaction of activities with threatened species, Aboriginal Cultural Heritage and more.
for more information on our team     We’re looking for people to join the team – people who are passionate about rural land management and are keen to make a difference by working with landholders to deliver land management outcomes.
To be successful in the role you will need:
- Previous relevant experience and/or qualifications in Land Management, Natural Resource Management and/or Agriculture,  - Ability to provide timely, accurate advice to our customers and to interpret legislation,  - Knowledge of native vegetation and sustainable agricultural practices relating to land management,  - The ability and willingness to travel to perform field work such as inspections and assessments in remote locations,  - Demonstrated interest in native vegetation management and/or agricultural productivity projects,  - A genuine interest in natural resource management and rural industries.  

- Ability to work from one of the specified locations and undertake field-based work as required.
Applying for the role     Apply online by submitting a current resume (max 3 pages) and brief cover letter (max 2 page) that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.
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Role Description - LLS Grade 5 - Land Services Officer - Regional      Additionally, if you would like to hear more about this role, please contact Tanya Cooper,
Team Leader Land Management – Western by phone or email,  or tanya.cooper.gov.au     Closing Date: 11:55pm Sunday, 15 March 2026     What to expect next    Once you submit your application, you’ll receive an email confirmation. After the Final date to receive applications, all applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager and selection panel. If shortlisted, you may be invited to an interview—this could be in person, over the phone, or via video.

You may also be asked to complete role-related tasks, such as a written assessment, skills test, or psychometric assessment.
Reference checks will be conducted for candidates progressing to the final stages.
The successful applicant may also be required to undergo a police check, health assessment, and other relevant checks as part of the recruitment process.
If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist.
Send an email to talent.advisory.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.
The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is the department dedicated to growing primary industries and supporting regional economic development to deliver long term advantages to the state. Our focus is to protect, support and develop our primary industries, mining sector, and regions.
The department brings together Agriculture & Biosecurity;
Forestry & Fishing;
Local Land Services; NSW Resources;
Regional Development & Delivery; the Regional Growth NSW Development Corporation; NSW Public Works and Soil Conservation Service.
We have nearly 5,000 employees, with almost 80 per cent of us living and working in regional NSW.
We work hard every day to support and grow thriving communities across regional NSW that will have a positive impact on generations to come. Our goal is always to be a…