Environmental Projects Team Leader, Regional Impact

Reef Catchments Limited; Proserpine; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five weeks annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Up to $2,000 per year toward PD

Work locally in Mackay/Whitsundays

Job summary

Reef Catchments Limited in the Mackay Whitsunday Isaac region is seeking an Environmental Projects Team Manager to lead a portfolio of environmental and natural resource management projects. You will plan, resource, deliver and evaluate programs, while managing budgets, risks and reporting to achieve outcomes.

Lead a team of Project Officers, engage with Traditional Owners, industry and government partners, and ensure quality governance.

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification in environmental science, ecology, conservation, natural resource management or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, resourcing, delivery, monitoring and evaluation of environmental and natural resource management projects to achieve agreed outcomes.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, risks, milestones and reporting requirements, ensuring projects are delivered within scope, budget and agreed timeframes.
• Lead and support a team of Project Officers through workforce planning, work allocation, coaching, performance management and professional development.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with Traditional Owners, landholders, industry, community groups, government agencies, funders and project partners.
• Oversee contractors, consultants and service providers to ensure contractual obligations, quality standards and project outcomes are achieved.
• Prepare and review funding proposals, reports, briefs and other project documentation to meet organisational and funding requirements.
• Ensure monitoring, evaluation and reporting activities provide reliable evidence of project outcomes and support continuous improvement.
• Identify and manage project, financial, operational and reputational risks, escalating significant issues when required.
• Represent Reef Catchments at meetings, workshops, industry forums and community events, promoting strong partnerships and regional environmental outcomes.
• Collaborate with other managers and support teams to contribute to organisational priorities, strategic initiatives and a positive workplace culture.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Biodiversity knowledge

Governance

Written communication

Stakeholder engagement

Prioritisation

Education

Environmental science degree

Related discipline or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft 365

Project management software

Job description

Reef Catchments Limited in the Mackay Whitsunday Isaac region is seeking an Environmental Projects Team Manager to lead a portfolio of environmental and natural resource management projects. You will plan, resource, deliver and evaluate programs, while managing budgets, risks and reporting to achieve outcomes.

Lead a team of Project Officers, engage with Traditional Owners, industry and government partners, and ensure quality governance.