Land Management Officer

Department of Resources QLD; Cairns Regional; Vor Ort; AUD 90.000 - 120.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive superannuation and salary​

Flexible working options

Generous leave provisions

Professional development and training

Relocation assistance

Zusammenfassung

The Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development is seeking a Land Management Officer (AO4) for an 8-month fixed-term role based in Townsville or Cairns. You will support bushfire risk mitigation, pest and weed management, land inspections and emergency response activities across Queensland state land.

Supervising staff and contractors, building stakeholder relationships and delivering sustainable land management outcomes are key parts of the role.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in land management or natural resource programs.
• Ability to supervise staff and contractors and coordinate field activities.

Aufgaben

• Assist bushfire risk reduction and pest species management strategies.
• Oversee operational programs and supervise field teams.
• Conduct land inspections and coordinate land management outcomes with stakeholders.
• Provide customers and stakeholders with informed advice and guidance.

Kenntnisse

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Jobbeschreibung

Join us as a Land Management Officer (AO4) based in Townsville or Cairns on an 8 month fixed-term opportunity. Support bushfire risk mitigation, pest and weed management, land inspections and emergency response activities across Queensland state land. You'll supervise staff and contractors, build stakeholder relationships and help deliver sustainable land management outcomes. Be part of a team responsible for managing Queensland’s state land - delivering land, property and natural resource management services, which help create the conditions for Queensland to grow. LANDS #deliveringforqueensland!

The State Land Management team is seeking a Land Management Officer (AO4) to contribute to the sustainable management of state land across North Queensland. Based in Townsville or Cairns, you will support the delivery of land management programs that protect natural and cultural values while ensuring compliance with legislative obligations.

In this role, you will assist with bushfire risk reduction and pest species management strategies, oversee and participate in operational programs, supervise staff and contractors undertaking field activities, conduct land inspections, and work with stakeholders to coordinate land management outcomes. You will also contribute to emergency response activities, provide advice to customers and stakeholders, and support a safe and effective team environment through mentoring and on-the-job guidance.

In this role, you will assist with bushfire risk reduction and pest species management strategies, oversee and participate in operational programs, supervise staff and contractors undertaking field activities, conduct land inspections, and work with stakeholders to coordinate land management outcomes. You will also contribute to emergency response activities, provide advice to customers and stakeholders, and support a safe and effective team environment through mentoring and on-the-job guidance.

Success in this role will come from your communication and stakeholder engagement skills, analytical thinking, ability to manage competing priorities and experience supporting operational land management activities. Experience in land management, fire management or working with Traditional Owners will be highly regarded.

Why work for us?

The Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development (NRMMRRD) plays a critical role in supporting Queenslanders across the state—from Cairns to Mount Isa to Warwick - by delivering strong regional outcomes, fostering local economies, and strengthening government-community partnerships. As stewards of over 60% of Queensland's land and key supporters of industries such as mining and manufacturing, our reach and impact are vast.

We are committed to putting our people first - empowering staff, celebrating success, and encouraging innovation. Our workplace is mobile, flexible, inclusive and respectful, and we are focused on growing united, capable leaders. For more information, visit:

We offer:

• Competitive superannuation and salary sacrificing options
• Flexible working options supporting work-life balance
• Generous leave provisions across the Queensland public sector
• Professional career development and training opportunities
• Relocation assistance and provisions
• The chance to help #deliverforqld and be part of Queensland's long-term prosperity.

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Applications to remain current for 12 months.