Programs Manager Healthy Environments

Based in Northam, WA
Parental Leave Contract until 30 June 2026
Full time – 38 hrs per week
Salary per annum $122,372 per annum ($61.93 / hr)
Apply at: www.wheatbeltnrm.org.au/careers by 7 September 2025
Preferred Start Date: 1 October 2025

About the Role

Wheatbelt NRM is seeking a skilled and passionate Healthy Environments Program Manager to lead the coordination and delivery of environmental projects across the Avon River Basin, aligned with the strategic direction and mission of our organisation.

You will support a dedicated team to protect and enhance unique bushland assets on private land across the WA Wheatbelt, one of the most significant areas within the southwest biodiversity hotspot, with a focus on threatened ecological communities and critical habitat for threatened species.

This is a rare opportunity to lead meaningful on-ground action and collaborate with landholders, community groups, and stakeholders to improve landscape-scale conservation outcomes on private land.

About Wheatbelt NRM

Wheatbelt Natural Resource Management is a non-profit leading positive change in land management to conserve and protect the Wheatbelt’s natural resources through respectful partnerships, innovation and community action. Learn more about our work and projects at www.wheatbeltnrm.org.au.

Why Wheatbelt NRM?

We take care of our people because we can’t take care of Country without them.

Here’s what we offer:

Flexible working days and times

23 Annual Leave days per year (for full-time equivalent)

Paid activity breaks and equipment for promoting active office-life

A remote work policy that respects work-life balance

Contractual salary increases to align with inflation

Selection Criteria

Please address the following criteria in a cover letter:

Technical

Demonstrated expertise in environmental management, biodiversity conservation or ecology

Experience delivering sound project management principles.

Time Management

Strong ability to manage multiple priorities across a project portfolio while meeting deadlines, budgets and stakeholder expectations.

Proven ability to plan ahead, adapt to changing timelines, and ensure timely delivery of milestones.

Leadership and Management

Demonstrated ability to lead, support and develop high-performing teams.

Experience providing strategic direction, aligning work with organisational goals, and managing risks and opportunities.

Communication

Highly developed communication skills, including the ability to represent an organisation in stakeholder engagements, community events, and public speaking forums.

Teamwork

Proven ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with staff, stakeholders, consultants and community members.

Experience working respectfully and collaboratively with diverse groups.

Desirable Skills

Understanding of the Australian Government National Landcare Program outcomes and targets including threatened species listings under State and Commonwealth Acts.

Experience in grant writing and developing investment concepts for funding.

How to Apply

Option 1: Visit www.wheatbeltnrm.org.au/careers and click "Apply now"; or

Option 2: Email your Cover Letter and Resume as one compiled PDF to [email protected]

(Just chose one option, please don't send multiple applications)

To be eligible to apply you must be an Australian citizen, or entitled to work in Australia for the full length of the contract (9 months) without any sponsorship requirements, and you must have a valid class C driver’s licence. If you do not meet these requirements, you will not be considered for this role.

Want to know more?

Contact Alex Griffiths at [email protected] or 0419 275 037 for a confidential discussion.

We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We warmly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women, and people of all ages.

A Note on AI and Application Review

All applications to Wheatbelt NRM are reviewed by people — not artificial intelligence. This helps us maintain a fair and thoughtful recruitment process, though it may mean a slower response time during high application periods. You're welcome to contact [email protected] at any time for an update on your application status. If you choose to use AI tools when preparing your application, we recommend removing emojis and ensuring the language reflects your own voice, knowledge and experience.