Posted 8d ago

Project Manager

Queensland Government Cairns QLD

Permanent Full time

Base pay Above avg.

$147,769 - $156,144

Fortnightly salary: $5,664.00 - $5,985.00

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Key points we found

Lead transformative projects that integrate First Nations perspectives.
Drive strategic negotiations and develop pragmatic agreements.
Contribute to reframing relationships between the Department and First Nations communities.

Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI)

#Acareerthatmatters. #Acontributionthatcounts
Work in a high-performing and collaborative environment
Don’t wait—apply today and become part of something extraordinary!

Don’t wait—apply today and become part of something extraordinary!

Are you ready to lead transformative projects that make a real difference? Join the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service and Partnerships team as a Project Manager and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of agreement-making with First Nations peoples.

This is your opportunity to lead innovative strategies that integrate First Nations perspectives, foster collaboration, and deliver outcomes that balance cultural and natural values with government priorities. As a senior leader, you will drive strategic negotiations, develop pragmatic agreements, and contribute to reframing relationships between the Department and First Nations communities.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/691398/26

Closing Date: Wednesday, 24 June 2026

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Skills

Agreement development

Cultural and Natural Values Integration

Cultural sensitivity

First Nations perspectives

Negotiation

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Strategic Planning

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Expiring date

24 Jun 2026

Date posted

9 Jun 2026

Queensland Government

Government

19 Job vacancies

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Pay insights

Market average based on all Project Manager jobs in Northern QLD

Above avg. range

$148k - $156k

Market average

$138k

Market average

$74k

$219k

This job pays above average