* Support NSW communities by driving natural hazard risk reduction and disaster adaptation planning.
* Two opportunities:
o One ongoing full-time opportunity (based in Sydney/Parramatta, other locations negotiable, with flexible/hybrid working environment)
o One temporary full-time opportunity, with a focus on flood hazards in the Northern Rivers (up to 31 December 2026, with the possibility of extension) (based in Lismore, other locations negotiable, with flexible/hybrid working environment)
* Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $113,574 - $125,720 + super
About the role
As a Project Officer, Natural Hazards, you will play a key role in supporting technical specialists to develop and deliver natural hazard risk reduction strategies and interventions for place-based disaster adaptation planning. Working within the Flood, Coastal and Hazard Strategy Branch and the Adaptation, Mitigation and Data Insights Division, you will collaborate across the broader RA network, as well as with state government agencies, local councils, and research partners.
Your work will involve contributing to methodologies for assessing natural hazard risks—including flood, coastal, bushfire, heat, cyclone, storm, tsunami, earthquake, and landslide—while providing project management and support services to ensure successful delivery of complex, interconnected projects. This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on community resilience and disaster preparedness across NSW.
About You
You are a proactive and detail-oriented natural hazards scientist or equivalent with strong analytical skills and a passion for building safer, more resilient communities. You value collaborative environments, can translate technical findings into actionable insights, and are comfortable managing competing priorities under tight deadlines.
Key experience and knowledge:
* Understanding of natural hazard risk management, with experience in flood risk management required for the temporary role.
* Experience in analysing and interpreting hazard and risk data to inform decision-making.
* Proven ability to meaningfully contribute to projects delivering measurable change.
* Strong research and analytical skills.
Technical and soft skills:
* Data analysis and interpretation of natural hazard and risk information.
* Preparation of reports including technical documents, public-facing communications, and place-based strategies.
* Familiarity with disaster risk reduction principles, and management frameworks and approaches (for the temporary flood role, including the NSW Flood Risk Management Manual).
* Ability to work within a team environment and with external stakeholders.
* High level of personal motivation and strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure.
* GIS competency and experience highly desirable.
Essential Requirements:
* Tertiary qualifications in natural hazard sciences or engineering, geography or environmental science, or equivalent experience.
For more information read the full Role Description: Project Officer, Natural Hazards. If you cannot access a copy of the Role Description, please contact
About the Agency
The NSW Reconstruction Authority is a statutory corporation and executive agency of the Premier's Department, that will improve how NSW plans for disasters and ensure that we recover from them faster.
To reduce the severity and impacts of disasters, the NSW Reconstruction Authority will complete critical planning and preparation with communities, businesses and government. When disaster does strike, we will get recovery started swiftly and coordinate reconstruction efforts across agencies, communities and other stakeholders.
Joining our team with a rewarding job in a community-driven agency is just the start. The RA also offers:
* Flexible working practices
* Contemporary workspaces and technology
* Access to learning and development opportunities
* Employee assistance and wellbeing program (with a cool app)
* Workforce that values inclusion
* Competitive pay and conditions
* Fitness Passport with a choice of 200+ gyms and pools across NSW
To Apply
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter. Your cover letter should:
* express your interest and suitability for the role
* detail your relevant knowledge, skills and experience
* provide an example of a natural hazards project, or similar, that you participated in, where you analysed data to inform risk reduction initiatives.
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Applications close Monday 26 January 2026
Should you require further information about the roles please contact:
* For the ongoing full-time opportunity, Carolyn Littlefair, Manager Natural Hazard Programs via
* For the temporary full-time opportunity, Stephen Yeo, Senior Flood Risk Specialist via or call
Our Commitment
Great people come from all walks of life. At NSW Reconstruction Authority we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote gender diversity in our workplaces, the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the employment of people with a disability, veterans and other diverse communities. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background or sexual orientation.
Additional Information
The recruitment process may include a range of assessments including interview, psychometric assessments, work sample activities and pre-employment checks as required.
Looking for more information or assistance with applying?
We encourage and support applications from people with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including information in an alternate format or an alternate method of submission of the application) please contact the Talent Team via or and reference the Job Title and Reference Number for the role in which you are requesting the adjustment.
Recruitment Pool
A recruitment pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that become available over the next 18 months.