SOUTHERN GULF NRM

Southern Gulf NRM is a not-for-profit community-based company responsible for planning and implementation of sustainable Natural Resource Management (NRM) in the Southern Gulf of Carpentaria region of North West Queensland. Southern Gulf NRM is governed by a Board of Directors under the provisions of the Corporations Act 2001 and the Constitution of Southern Gulf NRM Ltd. The Southern Gulf region covers 215,000 square kilometres and comprises the catchments of the Flinders-Cloncurry, Leichhardt, Gregory-Nicholson Rivers, Settlement Creek and Morning Inlet, and the Wellesley Islands.

Programs are delivered collaboratively with a range of stakeholders including landholders, all levels of government, industry groups, Traditional Owners, and conservation groups. For more information about Southern Gulf NRM visit southerngulf.com.au.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

Under the direction of the Team Leader, the Project Officer (Pest and Weeds) develops and implements projects under the pest and weeds program within the broad framework of the Southern Gulf NRM Plan. The initial focus of this position will be on feral pig coordination and weed management projects.

The position will initiate and support the delivery of effective invasive species management outcomes, bolstering local invasive biosecurity effort. Activities include the establishment and implementation of invasive species management plans, pest surveillance and monitoring, implementation of post-flood disaster recovery and other grazing projects where it impacts pest and weed incursions.

KEY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Manage natural resource management projects including responsibility for invasive species density assessments and mapping, on-farm project planning, works supervision, budget management, stakeholder management, monitoring, and evaluation and reporting.
• Collate data and create an enduring knowledge and information base on invasive species across the landscape.
• Partner with current research activities that relate to the development of best practice standards in management and monitoring.
• Build and maintain productive partnerships with relevant stakeholder, including pastoral industry, local governments, community groups, government agencies, project investors and Traditional Owners in the development and delivery of projects.
• Knowledge of or ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of legislation, policy and regional planning and awareness of developments in policy and land management practices and provide advice and analysis of emerging issues and opportunities for consideration by Southern Gulf NRM management relevant to the Southern Gulf region.
• A good attitude and work ethic to contribute to the success of Southern Gulf NRM team through positive and flexible contributions to the management and administration of the organisation.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Appointment to the position will be based on the following selection criteria.

1. Tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent experience in Agricultural or Environmental Science or related disciplines.
2. Demonstrated sound scientific/technical knowledge of concepts, principles and procedures relevant to specific aspects of natural resource management, particularly invasive species management including a sound understanding of demonstrated application of monitoring and evaluation principles and practice.
3. Demonstrated experience in industry extension principles and practices and in successfully engaging with and providing capacity building activities for the agricultural and land management sectors.
4. High level organisational skills and ability to self-manage to coordinate multiple projects and prioritise workflows to meet conflicting deadlines.
5. Demonstrated ability to develop and document innovative projects, identify and seek funding opportunities and to set and deliver specific objectives in collaboration with partners and stakeholders.
6. High level of written and oral communication skills including the ability to communicate complex concepts to a wide range of audiences and utilising appropriate technology and social media.

ADDITIONAL FACTORS

This position calls for the ability to take the initiative and work unsupervised as and when required.

The position requires travel throughout the region including significant distances on unsealed roads in remote areas. Experience in four-wheel drive operation would be a distinct advantage.

GENERAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

This is a full-time position (38 hours per week). Flexible work options are available.

Rent assistance

Rent assistance of up to $5,200 per annum (pro‐rata) is available.

Relocation Assistance

Full or partial reimbursement of reasonable relocation expenses is available by agreement.

Leave

Five (5) weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading is available. Up to 10 days study leave and negotiated financial assistance for approved relevant study pro-rata. Other leave provisions are detailed in Southern Gulf NRM Employee Policy Manual.

Superannuation

Payment of an amount equivalent to 12% of the employee's salary to an eligible fund of the employee's choice.

Vehicle

A vehicle will be available for work use.

Location

The position is located in the Southern Gulf NRM office at Mount Isa or within the SGNRM region.

Private Practice/Conflict of Interest

The successful applicant will not be permitted to engage in any trade, profession or business, which would be in conflict with the duties of his/her office. Potential employees must declare conflicts of interest prior to commencement and if any arises during the course of employment.

Smoking

Southern Gulf NRM provides a smoke free work environment.

Driver's License

A current Provisional or Open (manual) Driver's license is essential to this position and must be produced prior to commencement for verification.

Occupational Health and Safety

Southern Gulf NRM is committed to Workplace Health and Safety and strictly enforces its policy to ensure protection of staff, equipment and third parties. This policy must be adhered to by all employees. It will be a requirement of employment that the employee be conversant with and adhere to the Workplace Health and Safety Policy.

Equal Opportunity

Southern Gulf NRM is an equal opportunity employer.

Indigenous Cultural Awareness

Southern Gulf NRM staff are required to demonstrate Indigenous cultural awareness. If evidence of this cannot be provided at the time of appointment, staff must undertake appropriate training within six months of appointment.

International Applicants

International applications will not be considered unless evidence is provided of possession of the appropriate visa entitling the applicant to work in Australia. Southern Gulf NRM will not sponsor a visa for international applicants.