Project Manager Low Carbon and Restoration Landscapes
Location: Hybrid, Based in Northam, WA
Part Time Contract until November 2027
Salary: D.1 94,168 pro rata ($47.66)
Position Description (request from Maren Lavery MLavery@wheatbeltnrm.org.au)
About Wheatbelt NRM
Wheatbelt Natural Resource Management is a non-profit organisation working in partnership with community, industry and government to provide regional leadership and direction for sustainable land use and the conservation of natural resources in the Avon River Basin of Western Australia.
About the Role
The Project Manager for Low Carbon and Restoration Landscapes will lead and manage the Wheatbelt Land-Use Paradigms project, focusing on effective project implementation, communication, and coordination with key partners. This role requires strong project management skills to ensure activities align with the Activity Work Plan and the organisational strategy.
Key responsibilities include:
• Leading project implementation with the support of senior management.
• Identifying risks and managing issues affecting the achievement of targets.
• Engaging in regular communication with project partners and managing subject matter consultants to meet project deadlines.
• Conducting research, planning, and analytical project work to support effective project delivery.
Why Wheatbelt NRM?
The well-being of our staff is paramount, and to support this we offer the following benefits:
• 23 Annual Leave days per year (pro rata for part time staff)
• 24/7 hotline for EAP services promoting mental health and wellness
• Active Workplace Policy - break for physical activity
• Wage Price Indexing for annual salary increases
Selection Criteria
Technical Skills: Tertiary qualifications and/or a minimum of 2 years’ experience in sustainability, environmental management, or the agricultural sector, with desirable knowledge of landscape restoration economies, including carbon farming and the nature repair market.
Communication Skills: Strong team communication skills, with a focus on effective collaboration and information-sharing across internal teams. Experience communicating with agricultural stakeholders.
Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Self-Motivation: Demonstrated ability to work independently to achieve project goals and meet deadlines.
To be eligible to apply you must be an Australian citizen or entitled to work in Australia, and you must have a valid Western Australian driver’s license.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying for this position, please send the following to mlavery@wheatbeltnrm.org.au
• Cover letter
• Resume, including two references with contact details (name, phone number and email address)
Want to know more?
Contact Carla Swift at CSwift@wheatbeltnrm.org.au or 0499 800 739 for a confidential discussion.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. We value and strongly encourage people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, women, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our organisation.
