Launch or expand your career in Australia's growing carbon sector

Canopy is seeking a Carbon Project Officer to join our Carbon team on a 12-month fixed-term contract supporting the delivery of carbon project compliance, reporting and audit requirements across our growing portfolio of nature-based carbon projects.

This role is well suited to a recent graduate or early career professional looking to build experience in carbon project compliance, reporting and governance. We also welcome applications from candidates with experience in compliance, administration, records management, environmental consulting support or related fields who are looking to expand their skills and develop a career in the environmental and carbon sector.

Working alongside experienced technical specialists, you will play an important role in ensuring carbon projects meet regulatory, contractual and organisational requirements while developing practical skills in carbon project delivery, compliance and reporting.

About Canopy

Canopy is a leader in nature based carbon solutions, helping landholders, organisations and communities deliver projects that create environmental, social and economic benefits.

As part of the Greening Australia group, we work at the intersection of environmental restoration, carbon markets and sustainable land management, delivering projects that create positive outcomes for people, nature and climate.

About the role

Reporting to the Associate Director, Carbon, you will:

- Support the preparation and review of carbon project reporting, compliance documentation, and associated evidence
- Assist with carbon modelling, data analysis, and technical assessments under the guidance of senior team members
- Maintain accurate project records, supporting documentation, and audit trails
- Support the preparation of mapping products, technical documentation, and project records
- Undertake research and analysis to support project delivery and continuous improvement initiatives




- Work collaboratively with internal teams to obtain information required for reporting, compliance, and project delivery
- Support audit preparation and compliance assurance activities
- Contribute to the development and improvement of systems, templates, and procedures
- Identify and elevate compliance, reporting, or data quality issues as they arise

About you

You are organised, detail-focused, and enjoy working with information, documentation, and processes. You take pride in producing accurate work and have a strong appreciation for compliance, quality, and record-keeping.

You may be a recent graduate, an environmental professional in the early stages of your career, or someone with experience in compliance, administration, reporting or records management looking to apply your skills in a growing environmental sector.

To be successful, you will bring:

- Qualifications in environmental science, natural resource management, compliance, regulatory administration or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate records
- An understanding of compliance, regulatory frameworks or reporting requirements
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience preparing, reviewing or coordinating reports, records or technical documentation
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- The ability to work collaboratively while managing your own workload
- Experience using GIS applications
- Experience in environmental consulting, natural resource management, compliance or related industries
- Familiarity with carbon, sustainability or natural capital projects

At Canopy, you will have the opportunity to:

- Contribute to projects that deliver real environmental impact
- Gain exposure to Australia's rapidly evolving carbon market
- Build highly transferable skills in compliance, reporting, governance, and environmental project delivery
- Learn from experienced technical specialists
- Work in a supportive and collaborative team environment
- Access career development and career growth opportunities
- Enjoy flexible work arrangements

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📌 Carbon Project Officer (City of Sydney)
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