Climate Resilience Project Officer (Identified) x 2

Torres Strait Island Regional Council; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 74,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks annual leave

Professional growth and development

Additional TSIRC public holidays

Uniforms

Job summary

Torres Strait Island Regional Council (TSIRC) is seeking a motivated Climate Resilience Project Officer to support the delivery of our Coastal Hazard Adaptation Strategy (CHAS). This role works closely with Senior Climate Resilience Officers to drive project coordination, strengthen stakeholder relationships, and help deliver community-focused resilience initiatives across the region.

Based in Cairns or any TSIRC Division, this Identified position is open to Torres Strait Islander or Aboriginal

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, coordination, and delivery of CHAS projects and activities.
• Assist with stakeholder engagement, including community groups, Councillors, and partner agencies.
• Contribute technical input to resilience projects, inspections, and adaptation initiatives.
• Help develop resources that build understanding of coastal risks and climate impacts.
• Work collaboratively across Council to ensure consistent, effective climate resilience outcomes.
• Contribute to meaningful, community focused climate adaptation work.
• Be part of a supportive team committed to innovation, learning, and long term sustainability.
• Work in a role where your efforts directly support safer and more resilient coastal communities.

Job description

Climate Resilience Project Officer (Identified) x 2

Torres Strait Island Regional Council – Cairns QLD

Join Torres Strait Island Regional Council (TSIRC) and make a difference!

Make a real impact in building safer, more resilient coastal communities.

What we offer:

• 2 x Climate Resilience Project Officer
• 3 years fixed term until 31.03.2028
• Based at any TSIRC Division

$73,632 - $75,322 per annum

• 6 weeks annual leave
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Additional TSIRC public holidays
• Uniforms

About us:

Torres Strait Regional Council (TSIRC) is the largest employer in the Torres Strait serving 15 ‘outer' island communities with unique characteristics and service requirements. Beyond traditional local government services, we are deeply invested in the social, environmental, and economic development of our region. We are values driven and work as One with respect for Ailan Kastom.

Council is seeking a motivated Climate Resilience Project Officer to support the delivery of our Coastal Hazard Adaptation Strategy (CHAS). This role works closely with Senior Climate Resilience Officers to drive project coordination, strengthen stakeholder relationships, and help deliver community-focused resilience initiatives across the region.

As part of our Climate Resilience team, you will bring technical insight, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to engaging with community members, partners, and internal teams. Your work will help build awareness, preparedness, and long term resilience to coastal hazards affecting our region.

What We’re Looking For:

We need someone who shares our values of One, Respect, Accountability, Courage, and Resilience. The ideal candidate will:

Support the planning, coordination, and delivery of CHAS projects and activities.

Assist with stakeholder engagement, including community groups, Councillors, and partner agencies.

Contribute technical input to resilience projects, inspections, and adaptation initiatives.

Help develop resources that build understanding of coastal risks and climate impacts.

Work collaboratively across Council to ensure consistent, effective climate resilience outcomes.

Contribute to meaningful, community focused climate adaptation work.

Be part of a supportive team committed to innovation, learning, and long term sustainability.

Work in a role where your efforts directly support safer and more resilient coastal communities.

This is an Identified Position and open only to Torres Strait Islander or Aboriginal applicants in accordance with Section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld).

TSIRC is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.