Are you a turtle expert, love marine life and the environment? Imagine a day at TSRA! Meaningful work in one of Australia’s most unique regions. Unofficial dugong and seagrass capital of the world. Join a First Nations-led government agency. Leave a lasting legacy to shape the future. Don’t miss this rare opportunity! Bring your scientific expertise and love of the ocean to support First Nations-led activities across Torres Strait waters - the northernmost part of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. Maiem, Sew Ngapa! (Welcome) Create impact beyond the office stretching across the sands and seas of the Torres Strait region. Join one of the most remote - and unique - Australian Public Service (APS) agencies. Welcome to the Torres Strait Regional Authority (TSRA). TSRA is the lead Commonwealth agency for Indigenous Affairs in Zenadth Kes (Torres Strait). We’re the northernmost region of Australia, where beautiful red dirt Country meets turquoise waters. Located in the nation’s far north between Cairns and Papua New Guinea, we support programs across the Torres Strait region, including for the 17 inhabited islands of the Torres Strait and the communities of Bamaga and Seisia on the Northern Peninsula Area. We’re a federal government statutory body and operate under the direction of a community-elected board. Did you know? The Torres Strait is the northern tip of the Great Barrier Reef. It’s home to six of the world’s seven marine turtle species (green, hawksbill, loggerhead, flatback, leatherback and olive ridley). And known as the unofficial seagrass and dugong capital of the world. Love these facts? This might be your dream job! About the role TSRA is on the lookout for a passionate individual with a science background and experience empowering First Nations communities and staff in natural resources management. The role offers a unique opportunity to join our award-winning Sea Team - part of our Environmental Program (Land and Sea Management Unit) dedicated to caring for land, sea and culture. Help us support the sustainability of marine species - specifically turtles - in line with local aspirations. Apply your technical expertise in turtle ecology and conservation in a culturally rich, community-driven context. Work closely with Elders, Traditional Owners, Rangers, scientists and government and non-government agencies to develop First Nations-led turtle monitoring and management practices across the region. With positive experience working alongside First Nations staff and communities, your legacy will include mentoring plus upskilling staff and community partners by building long-term capacity in turtle conservation and management. nrmjobs.com.au/job/20026034
