SHAPE PROJECTS THAT MATTER. PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT. ENABLE PROGRESS. Join a forward-thinking local government team where your knowledge in land and environmental planning helps bring large and regulated infrastructure projects to life—safely, sustainably, and efficiently. Why Join Us? Exposure to complex, multi-disciplinary capital work projects and mentoring from experienced project management, finance, and grant professionals. Competitive salary: $94,918 – $109,044 super (up to 12.65%) 17.5% leave loading banked leave options Full Time 12 month Contract (potential extension) Work-life balance & flexible arrangements Ongoing learning & development opportunities Fitness Passport health & wellbeing programs Employee Assistance Program (24/7 support) Active social club & corporate discounts Be part of a safety-first organisation About the Role As a Project Officer – Land & Environment , you’ll support the planning and delivery of capital works projects—helping move them toward “grant-ready” and “shovel-ready” stages. You’ll play a key role in reducing project risks, avoiding delays, and ensuring environmental and land compliance—while working closely with project managers, contractors, and stakeholders. This role operates under the guidance of experienced professionals and provides hands-on exposure to land, environmental and grant aspects of capital works program. What You’ll Be Doing Coordinate land & environmental assessments for capital works Assist in developing Environmental Management Plans (EMPs) Prepare and track environmental & land approval applications Support business cases and grant submissions to help progress projects toward shovel-ready and grant-ready status Conduct contractor compliance checks to supprot safe, environmentally compliant project delivery Contribute to project reporting and documentation Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve risks and roadblocks Drive continuous improvement in processes and practices About You You’re a proactive and detail-oriented professional who enjoys working across projects, stakeholders, and environmental frameworks. This role suits someone looking to develop their capability in land and environmental project management within a supportive local-government environment. Essential Degree in environmental science, planning, engineering, or similar (or equivalent experience) Current unrestricted C Class Driver’s Licence Desirable White Card, prepare to work safely in the construction industry, or equivalent, or a willingness to obtain prior to commencement Your Strengths Strong communication & stakeholder engagement skills Sound knowledge of environmental and land regulations Analytical thinker with problem-solving ability Understanding of project management principles Ability to work independently and in a team Outcome-focused mindset with attention to detail How to Apply To apply, submit the following: Your current resume A document (maximum 2 pages) that addresses each of the Position Success Criteria listed in the Position Description . For each criterion: Use headings to identify which criterion you are addressing. Provide specific examples that demonstrate your skills, experience, and achievements related to that criterion. (Tip: tell us what you did, how you did it, and what the outcome was). Important: Applications that do not address the success criterion may not be shortlisted. Apply online: www.tr.qld.gov.au/jobs Important Information Pre-employment checks required (medical criminal history) For enquiries: Mostafizur Rahman, Principal Project Manager - 0475 143 457 (business hours) Applications Close Wednesday 29 April 2026 – 11:45pm About Council The Toowoomba region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia’s second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments. Growth hasn’t come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia. Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 178,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,600 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career. Council does not accept unsolicited agency approaches or applications for this or any other vacancy. No response will be provided. Attachments: - Position Description - Project_Officer-Land & Environment (5124).pdf - TRC Values and Behaviours.pdf
