Project Manager (Natural Resource Management)

Australian Wetlands Landscapes QLD is a long-established company based on the Sunshine Coast and operating across Southeast Queensland. The company has built a significant portfolio of interesting and respected projects in varied disciplines such as: ecological and habitat restoration, bio-engineered stream bank restoration, Water Sensitive Urban Design projects, creek naturalisation, large scale offset plantings, aquatic and terrestrial weed management, bush regeneration, landscape construction, and much more. We have a healthy volume of work to perform, currently within the Sunshine Coast, Moreton Bay, and Ipswich Local Government Areas.

We pride ourselves in providing opportunity for our staff to grow within a great team dynamic. We are a diverse company that provides a wide range of services to a large group of government, commercial and private clients. We are looking for staff that enjoy a healthy variety of work with the ability to be as versatile as our work.

We have an exciting opportunity for the right person to join us as Project Manager to lead our Natural Resource Management (NRM) division. As this position in a new role within the company, the successful applicant will have the ability to make it their own whilst driving and improving all aspects of the NRM division.

The role involves:

• Oversee, plan, and organise projects from the initial stages through to completion.
• Manage projects from a financial, time management and resourcing perspective.
• Communicate directly with clients and maintain/strengthen relationships.
• Lead and manage the NRM team whilst uphold company culture and morale. Undertake staff training and development. Hire new staff.
• Carry out monitoring and reporting as per project and client requirements.
• Implement the company safety, quality, and environmental management plans.
• Inform the tender process by attending pre-tender meetings & site inspections, formulate clear methodologies and provide estimated hours & resources required to undertake the work.
• Inspect small plant & equipment and recommend maintenance, replacement, or modifications.

To be a successful applicant, we would like to see the following:

• Minimum Diploma in Conservation and Land Management.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in restoration ecology, bush regeneration, and project management.
• Team leadership and supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of SEQ vegetation and issues related to ecological restoration and management.
• Knowledge of flora species and strong identification skills.
• Knowledge and practical skills related to weed control/management techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret client documentation.
• Well-developed analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time and project management skills.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.
• The role offers a healthy balance of site and office duties.

Benefits.

• Full-time position with attractive salary.
• Company vehicle, mobile phone, and computer.
• You will be in key senior level position within the company.
• Grow and develop your own teams.
• Varied, challenging, and rewarding role.
• Existing company structure in place to assist and provide support.
• Supportive senior management team.

IMMEDIATE START

If you feel that you would be a great addition to our team, then email your resume along with a cover letter telling us why you think this position suits you and what you will bring to the company.