Conservation Project Officer (Box Gum Woodland)

Transgrid operates and manages the major high voltage electricity transmission network in NSW and the ACT, connecting generators, distributors and major end users.

Our core role is to connect electricity consumers to a safe, secure and reliable network through efficient maintenance, proficient operation of assets and prudent investment. Our network is the backbone of the NEM, enabling energy trading between Australia's three largest states along the east coast and supporting the competitive wholesale electricity market.

About the role

The Box Gum Woodland (BGW) Local Area Management Plan (LAMP) is a flagship restoration program focused on one of NSW's most endangered ecological communities. Delivered in partnership with Transgrid, DCCEEW and Yass Area Network of Landcare Groups, it aims to improve the extent, condition and connectivity of Box Gum Woodland across the Southern Tablelands.

This is a unique opportunity for a Conservation Project Officer to contribute to a community-led initiative on a 2 year fixed-term basis. You will work across stakeholder engagement, strategy and on-ground delivery to drive lasting conservation outcomes at landscape scale. In addition, you will develop an evidence-based LAMP using ecological, spatial and stakeholder inputs, engage landholders, Landcare, Aboriginal communities and partner agencies, and support project coordination to deliver landscape-scale restoration outcomes.

About you

You will have strong communication skills and experience preparing technical reports, management plans and stakeholder communications. You will also support stakeholder engagement including facilitating community meetings, workshops and engagement activities.

• Relevant qualification in environmental science, ecology, natural resource management or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Current driver's licence.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and contribute to a team environment.
• Experience in ecological restoration, monitoring or landscape-scale projects (desirable).
• GIS skills, including spatial analysis and map preparation (desirable).

Applicants must be willing to undertake travel within NSW, including overnight stays.

Our Values

Transgrids core values encompass safety, achievement, integrity, and service. Prioritising safety above all, the company emphasises making a meaningful impact through achievement, upholding honesty through integrity, and delivering exceptional outcomes for customers and communities through dedicated service. These values are ingrained in the actions and behaviours of Transgrids people, who embody them every day.

Recognition & Reward

We believe in providing our people personal, professional and social benefits so that they can deliver their best work every day. Employees have access to a range of corporate discounts across retail, utilities, travel, health & wellbeing etc, as well as novated leasing options, flexible workplace policies, 20 weeks paid parental leave and more.

Applications close on Friday, 28th August 2026. Please note, we will assess applications as they are received.

Join us in shaping the future of Australia's energy network. Apply today and be a key part of the transition to a sustainable energy future.

Transgrid is committed to Health and Safety, the Environment, Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity and Ethical Practices. All applicants are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to these areas.

We do not accept agency introductions as Transgrid operates a direct sourcing model.