Sustainable Farm Project Officer

About the role

The Sustainable Farm Project Officer will support Murdoch University’s Nature Positive aspirations by delivering farm regeneration and environmental restoration projects on the South Street campus. Working within the Office of the PVC Sustainability, the role collaborates with sustainability specialists, farm teams, researchers and academic staff.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver sustainable farming, biodiversity and habitat restoration projects in partnership with stakeholders.
• Coordinate contractors for weed management, fencing, revegetation and site maintenance.
• Support habitat restoration across farms, wetlands, woodlands and conservation areas.
• Monitor outcomes, maintain records and assist with reporting against budgets and timelines.
• Apply best‑practice advice on ecological restoration, weed control and native vegetation establishment.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Sustainable Agriculture, Soil Science, Environmental Management or related field.
• Experience delivering environmental restoration projects in sensitive ecological settings.
• Proven ability to manage environmental contractors and services.
• Knowledge of weed control and ecological restoration practices.
• Current Class C Driver’s Licence.

Required skills

• Environmental restoration project delivery
• Contractor coordination and management
• Ecological monitoring and reporting
• Best‑practice ecological restoration methods

What we offer

• Fixed‑term (2 years) part‑time role (15 hours/week) with a pro‑rated salary of $93,000 per year.
• 17% employer superannuation contributions and salary step progression.
• Flexible work arrangements and a vibrant campus with childcare, gym, veterinary and chiropractic services.
• Cultural load allowance up to $8,944 per year for First Nations employees.
• Indigenous language allowance, salary packaging options, and employee assistance program.