Do you see yourself leading a dynamic and diverse team committed to improving the sustainability of our natural resources? Are you passionate about delivering major projects that improve and protect natural resources and build regional resilience?  

As a Project Manager, you will oversee complex natural resource management projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and organisational goals. This role involves comprehensive project planning, resource management, risk management, and stakeholder engagement, with a strong emphasis on leadership and oversight. 

You will provide direction and support to project teams, ensuring projects are delivered within scope, on time, and within budget.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Project Planning and Strategy
• Leadership and Team Management
• Project Execution and Oversight
• Financial and Resource Management
• Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
• Risk and Issue Management
• Reporting and Documentation
• Compliance and Ethical Standards
• Continuous Improvement

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in Project Management, Ecological Science, Agricultural Science, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Social Science or equivalent relevant work experience and vocational or industry education/training.
• Demonstrated experience in comprehensive project management (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) within the natural resource management sector. 

As an equal opportunity employer we’ll offer professional development opportunities, flexible hours and a close-knit and friendly environment. You’ll be rewarded with an attractive annual base salary of $99,616.25 to $116,536.92 + 14.5% super + 5 weeks annual leave.

NQ Dry Tropics is an independent, not for profit company empowering communities in the Burdekin Dry Tropics region to sustainably manage land, water, soil, plants, and animals. We work with a wide range of partners including primary producers, Traditional Owners, industry and science bodies, community groups, and government.