Sustainable Farm Project Officer

Sustainable Farm Project Officer; Sydney; On-site; AUD 84,000 - 102,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Cultural allowance

Indigenous language allowance

Salary packaging

Employee assistance program

On-campus facilities

Job summary

Murdoch University is seeking a Sustainable Farm Project Officer to drive farm regeneration and biodiversity initiatives on its South Street campus and surrounding conservation areas.

The role involves coordinating contractors, monitoring outcomes, and delivering on-ground environmental restoration with sustainability specialists and academic staff. Fixed term 2 years, part-time 15 hours/week, pro rata salary guidance provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Sustainable Agriculture, Soil Science, Environmental Management, or a related field.
• Experience delivering environmental restoration projects in sensitive ecological environments.
• Demonstrated experience managing environmental management contractors and services.
• Knowledge of environmental weed control and ecological restoration practices.
• Current Class C Driver’s Licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver sustainable farming, environmental restoration, and biodiversity projects in collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Coordinate contractors and service providers undertaking restoration works, including weed management, fencing, revegetation, and site maintenance.
• Support habitat restoration across farms, wetlands, woodlands, and conservation areas.
• Monitor project outcomes, maintain project records, and assist with reporting against project objectives, budgets, and timelines.
• Source and apply best-practice advice on ecological restoration, weed management, and native vegetation establishment.

Skills

Environmental restoration

Contractor management

Weed control knowledge

Driver's licence

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Sustainable Agriculture, Soil Science, Environmental Management, or related field

Job description

About The Team

Our Sustainability team is passionate, collaborative and dedicated to driving sustainability initiatives across Murdoch University's campuses and farms. Working across Sustainability Ethos, Climate Action and Nature Positive priorities, the team delivers projects that create meaningful environmental outcomes.

In this role, you'll contribute to Murdoch University's Nature Positive aspirations by supporting biodiversity, habitat restoration and sustainable land management initiatives across the University's unique farm and conservation landscapes.

Your New Role!

As the Sustainable Farm Project Officer, you will play a key role in delivering innovative farm regeneration and environmental restoration projects across Murdoch University's South Street campus. Working as part of the Office of the PVC Sustainability, you will help enhance biodiversity, expand wildlife corridors, restore wetlands and native habitats and support nature positive outcomes across the University's farms and surrounding conservation areas.

In this newly created role, you'll work closely with sustainability specialists, farm teams, researchers and academic staff to implement on-ground projects, coordinate contractors, monitor project outcomes, and contribute to major sustainability initiatives supported by significant external funding. Your work will directly support Murdoch University's environmental goals and long-term sustainability strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver sustainable farming, environmental restoration, and biodiversity projects in collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Coordinate contractors and service providers undertaking restoration works, including weed management, fencing, revegetation, and site maintenance.
• Support habitat restoration across farms, wetlands, woodlands, and conservation areas.
• Monitor project outcomes, maintain project records, and assist with reporting against project objectives, budgets, and timelines.
• Source and apply best-practice advice on ecological restoration, weed management, and native vegetation establishment.

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You!

This Fixed Term (2 Years) | Part time (15 hours per week) attracts a starting salary of $93k (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions. The position is also eligible for salary step progression within the classification level in accordance with Murdoch University's Enterprise Agreement.

You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
• Indigenous Language Allowance
• Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page!

What you’ll bring to the role:

• A Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Sustainable Agriculture, Soil Science, Environmental Management, or a related field.
• Experience delivering environmental restoration projects, particularly in sensitive ecological environments.
• Demonstrated experience managing environmental management contractors and services.
• Knowledge of environmental weed control and ecological restoration practices.
• A current Class C Driver’s Licence.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Leah Knapp, Manager Sustainability, [e-mail] and quote JR105740 as the reference.

Applications Close on 21 October 2026 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.