Business Support and Compliance Coordinator

Cape York Natural Resource Management (Cape York NRM) is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to working with the people of Cape York Peninsula to protect the region’s unique natural and cultural values while promoting the sustainable use of its natural resources.

Through strong partnerships with Traditional Owners, landholders, community groups, industry and government, we deliver programs that support environmental stewardship, sustainable development, capacity building and regional collaboration. Our work is guided by local knowledge, community engagement and a shared commitment to achieving positive, long-term outcomes for people and country.

Cape York Peninsula is one of the nation’s most ecologically and culturally significant regions. Joining Cape York NRM means contributing to meaningful projects that make a lasting impact while working alongside a passionate and dedicated team committed to safeguarding this extraordinary landscape for future generations.

About the role

This position plays a pivotal role in ensuring smooth operational, compliance and project performance across the organisation. It is responsible for overseeing day-to-day facilities, fleet and IT operations, while delivering robust support in project and contract management, compliance monitoring, and asset control.

Key responsibilities

- Coordinate and support the implementation, delivery and evaluation of business support services to align with operational needs while adhering to budget.
- Oversee the management of the vehicle fleet, including organising service schedules, maintenance and repairs in a timely manner, and annual insurance renewals.
- Coordinate office facilities management within allocated budgets, including oversight of contractors and equipment servicing.
- Maintain an accurate asset register for all corporate and project-related assets,



ensuring appropriate asset tagging for identification and reporting.
- Assist with the development of project applications, ensuring accurate budgeting and compliance with corporate document requirements.
- Coordinate the preparation and execution of project investment contracts and outgoing project contracts.
- Maintain an accurate contracts register covering all organisational contracts and funding agreements.
- Monitor project milestones, reporting schedules and contractual obligations, collaborating with Program Managers and Financial Controller to ensure all compliance requirements are met.
- Support organisational compliance with funding agreements and internal policies while contributing to risk monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Lead, motivate and develop direct reports by setting clear operational expectations, fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment, and leading by example.

About you

- Certificate IV or diploma in Business Administration or related discipline.
- Minimum two years' experience in a similar role.
- Ability in effective planning, delivery, monitoring and project reporting.
- Competent in project budget creation and monitoring actuals to budgets.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to forward plan, develop and maintain systems to ensure all project deadlines, payments and reporting are met.
- Ability to manage suppliers and contractors to ensure contractual obligations meet expectations.
- Ability to build and maintain effective, collaborative working relationships with colleagues, management, external contractors and stakeholders.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey compliance, financial, and contractual requirements clearly to diverse stakeholders.
- Robust negotiation and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage contractor performance, resolve operational issues and escalating risks with diplomacy and tact.
- Valid Blue Card
- Valid "C" Class Driver's License

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📌 Business Support and Compliance Coordinator (Cairns North)
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