Conservation Partnerships and Offsets Officer

Noosa Council values the contribution of our people and is committed to creating a workplace where employees feel supported, respected and empowered to succeed. We celebrate diversity and are proud to foster an inclusive environment that promotes health and wellbeing, work-life balance and meaningful career development.

Join our supportive and progressive organisation and be part of a team delivering on our vision - ‘Noosa Shire - different by nature’

The Opportunity

Help protect and enhance Noosa’s unique natural environment through private-land conservation and environmental offset initiatives. In this rewarding role, you'll work directly with landholders, community groups and stakeholders to deliver conservation programs, support biodiversity outcomes and contribute to the long-term protection of some of the region’s most valuable environmental assets.

Vacancy Details

- Position Status - Full-Time
- Employment Type - Permanent
- Department - Strategy and Environment
- Branch - Environmental Services
- Classification - Qld LGIA (Stream A) - State 2017, Division 2, Section 1 - Administrative, Clerical, Technical, Professional, Community Service, Supervisory and Managerial Services
- Position Remuneration - LGOA Level 5
- $101,787 base annual salary
- $115,537 Total Remuneration Package which is based on a full-time employee and inclusive of 12% Employer superannuation and 17.5% annual leave loading.
- Location - Council Administration Office, Goodchap Street, Noosaville
- Advertised - Internally and Externally
- Closing Date - 11.59pm (AEST) Wednesday 2 December 2026

About You

You're an environmental professional with a passion for conservation and sustainable land management. You enjoy working with people, undertaking field-based ecological assessments and developing practical solutions that support biodiversity outcomes. With strong on-ground technical knowledge and stakeholder engagement skills, you're able to build positive partnerships and deliver meaningful conservation results.

Key Responsibilities

- Deliver private-land conservation programs, including Voluntary Conservation Agreements and Land for Wildlife initiatives across Noosa Shire.
- Undertake ecological assessments, property inspections and field surveys, providing technical advice on biodiversity, restoration and sustainable land management.
- Prepare environmental management plans,



conservation documentation and technical reports that support the protection of environmental values on private land.
- Contribute to environmental offset initiatives, offset contractor management and stakeholder partnerships that advance Council’s biodiversity conservation objectives.

Skills and Experience

- Experience delivering private-land conservation programs, environmental management planning, biodiversity offset management and biodiversity outcome monitoring.
- Strong knowledge of Noosa’s ecology, biodiversity conservation, flora and fauna identification, and ecological assessment techniques.
- Experience in natural resource management, ecological restoration, invasive species management and sustainable land management practices.
- Understanding of conservation legislation, environmental offset frameworks and associated environmental documentation.
- Experience managing environmental projects, contractors, grants, reporting and program administration.
- Well-developed stakeholder engagement, consultation and communication skills, including experience working with landholders, community groups and government agencies.

Qualifications

Essential

- Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of qualifications and experience.
- Current C Class driver licence.

Desirable

- Current First Aid certification relevant to environmental fieldwork.
- Experience using GIS for ecological assessment, environmental mapping and conservation planning.
- Experience using environmental program databases, including Enquire Land for Wildlife or similar systems.

Work where others Holiday. Be part of something Different.

At Noosa Council, being Different by Nature is more than our location, it reflects how we work, how we support our people, and how we serve our community. We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive, respectful and supportive, where diversity is valued and equal prospect underpins our recruitment, development and career opportunities.





Our people play an important role in protecting Noosa’s unique natural environment while delivering services that support a thriving and sustainable community. Through our Certified Agreement 2025 and broader workforce initiatives, we have made a strategic investment in our employees to provide financial security, modern flexibility and meaningful wellbeing support throughout their careers.

Financial Security and Stability

- Guaranteed salary increase as part of the Certified Agreement, delivering 14.5% increase over 3 years or CPI (whichever is greater)
- 12% employer superannuation contributions
- 17.5% annual leave loading

Flexible Work and Work-Life Balance

- Modern flex-time framework allowing employees to adjust working hours and bank time
- Ability to structure work patterns to support family, personal and professional commitments
- Right to Disconnect provisions, supporting clear boundaries between work and personal time

Health, Wellbeing and Support

- 5 days Wellbeing Leave supporting mental health and personal wellbeing
- 5 days Reproductive Health Leave supporting preventative care, treatment and reproductive health needs
- 20 days Domestic and Family Violence Leave
- Employee Assistance Program for confidential professional support
- Workplace wellness initiatives and wellbeing programs
- Discounted access to Council facilities
- Annual flu vaccination program/annual skin checks

Family and Community Support

- 12 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers
- 2 weeks paid partner leave for secondary caregivers
- Access to carers leave to support family responsibilities

Career Development and Opportunity

- Training, mentoring and professional development opportunities
- Internal career mobility and secondment opportunitie
- Opportunities to broaden experience through Council projects and initiatives.
- The ability to contribute to meaningful work that supports the long-term sustainability of the Noosa community

Further Questions

Please contact Rachel Lyons, Coordinator Conservation and Environment on (07) 5329 6307 for any further information.

About Us

Noosa Council is located at the northern end of the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. Covering an area of 872 square km. Noosa has a proud history of preserving its natural environment and is recognised by UNESCO as a Biosphere Reserve. The region offers a unique mix of stunning beaches, national parks, lakes and lush hinterland, which makes it one of the greatest places in Australia to live and work.

Job No - ZZ2065

📌 Conservation Partnerships and Offsets Officer (Noosa Shire)
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