Terrain NRM is seeking an RPEQ-registered project manager with a degree in civil, geotechnical, or environmental engineering and experience in riverine/marine restoration projects and programs.

Position Purpose

Fine sediment, resulting from erosion caused by agriculture and streambank loss, has a significant impact on the health of the Great Barrier Reef.

The Program Manager position provides operational leadership and management for the efficient and effective delivery of various programs and projects that will collectively:

Enhance the condition of natural resources and waterways by reducing the amount of sediment entering waterways and the Great Barrier Reef lagoon.

Increase capacity within the region to undertake natural resource management initiatives that reduce sediment run-off from farms; and

Delivering other co-benefits e.g. waterway and wetland health, biodiversity, soil health and First Nations outcomes.

This includes management and oversight of the Reef Trust Landscape Repair Program, which is administered by the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water. Terrain NRM has a target to deliver a total of 21,000 tonnes per year of sediment reduction in the Wet Tropics by 30 June 2030 to the Great Barrier Reef through targeted stream bank repair interventions, in an integrated landscape repair delivery approach.

Terrain NRM is now one year into a six-year program, and the first 10 stream bank repair projects have been selected, with various stages of planning, design, or delivery underway through an Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Maintenance Contractor. The role will involve providing oversight and management to the contractor, stakeholder engagement and consultation, capacity building and reporting to the funder.

The Program Manager is also responsible for the well-being and development of several project managers, as well as managing our relationships with organisations that provide funding and investment to Terrain NRM, and key partners supporting engagement with landholders and the delivery of programs and projects. The position supports the Strategy Unit Leader in designing and implementing Strategy Unit area plans, as well as ensuring the successful operation and continuous improvement of the organisation. Additionally, the position may also support other Strategy Unit Leaders in designing and implementing major programs and projects as required.

Please refer to the attached Terrain's Website www.terrain.org.au/about-us/employment/ for more details about the role.

Full Time Fixed term until June 2028, with potential for extension.

0.8 FTE – 1.0 FTE (29 hours – 36.25 hour per week (4-5 days per week), negotiable

Salary Range

The 2025-2026 salary range will be $118,031- $127,758 (full time equivalent. 72.50 hr week)

*Terrain is committed to attracting and retaining skilled professionals and recognise the importance of offering competitive, market-aligned remuneration. For the right applicant, we are open to negotiating Engineering Industry Incentives to ensure the total employment package reflects and acknowledges the expertise and experience the successful applicant will bring to the role.

How to Apply

Terrain NRM staff can express an interest in this position by submitting to [email protected] an email including a copy of your current cv and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant skills and experience you could bring to this role (no more two pages), by the closing date 9am Monday 30 June 2025. All expressions of interest will be treated in confidence.

For more information about this position please contact Terry Farrelly on 0477 203 828 or by emailing [email protected].

EOI’s close 9am Monday 30 June 2025 (AEST), late applications will not be considered.