• Ongoing full time position.
• Salary starting from $129,464pa + super & leave.
• Location: Grafton, Coffs Harbour, Wollongbar or Kempsey.
• Lead local Natural Resource Management teams in North Coast NSW.

The Opportunity

North Coast Local Land Services (LLS) is seeking an experienced Team Leader with a strong focus on Natural Resource Management (NRM) to lead a dedicated team in delivering meaningful on-ground outcomes for our communities. In this role, you'll drive the development and implementation of NRM programs and initiatives that support sustainable land use, healthy ecosystems, and resilient communities.

You'll coordinate projects, manage stakeholder relationships, and help guide local responses to environmental challenges - including supporting agricultural productivity and biosecurity programs and emergency management efforts.

What You'll Do

• Lead a team delivering natural resource management advisory programs and initiatives.
• Coordinate the development, planning and implementation of NRM programs that reflect environmental, social and economic considerations.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with landholders, industry, community groups and other stakeholders to deliver shared goals.
• Manage competing priorities in a dynamic and sometimes politically sensitive environment.
• Provide specialist advice to land managers to improve land management practices for environmental, production and biosecurity outcomes.
• Support biosecurity preparedness and response and contribute to natural disaster recovery efforts.

What We're Looking For

• Proven leadership experience in natural resource management, environmental management or a related field.
• Sound communication skill with an ability to engage and influence stakeholders, build partnerships, and foster collaborative approaches to local land management challenges.
• Strong project management skills, including planning, budgeting, forecasting monitoring and reporting.
• Understanding of the needs and issues facing north coast landholders in achieving sustainable economic development.
• Relevant qualifications in environmental or natural resource management, (or equivalent experience).
• A current NSW driver licence and willingness to travel as required.

Why Work With Us?

• Make a tangible difference to the landscapes and communities of NSW.
• Work in a collaborative, regional team passionate about sustainable land management and the protection of significant natural resources.
• Access flexible working conditions and opportunities for professional development.
• Be part of an organisation that values integrity, service, collaboration and accountability.