Project Officer (Coastal Projects)

The Land & Built Environment Program Officer (Coastal Projects) will work as part of a regional team in managing the marine and coastal environment across the Barwon Southwest.

The role will oversee costal projects through planning, design, approvals, and construction and work closely with stakeholders and the community to achieve outcomes that align with the objectives and guiding principles of the Marine and Coastal Act (2018) and Policy (2020).

• Provide land and built environment services to support the effective and efficient provision of public land governance and administration services, environmental and land use information and advice and actions to support a high performing culture.
• Work with other teams within the regional directorate, the Coastal Protection and Asset Management team and Victorian Resilient Coast team and other DEECA divisions to ensure the consistent, integrated, and efficient delivery of coastal projects across the Regional Directorate and to the community through building resilience in our marine and coastal areas to establish the foundations for climate adaptation of Victoria’s marine and coastal environment.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in coastal management or natural resource management focused on coastal management is required and/or significant experience in coastal and marine management.

Knowledge and understanding of land management, coastal and marine issues or environmental planning is desirable.

This is a fixed term position available for a period of 12 months. The work location for this position Barwon South West Region with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

 For further information please refer to the attached Position description.

Applications close at midnight on Monday 24 November 2025.

Other relevant information:

If you are current DEECA employee, employed on an ongoing, fixed term or casual basis you are eligible to apply for this role. People on labour hire contracts, such as agency staff and contractors, are not eligible to apply.

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check. 

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace 

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave. For more information visit applying for a role with us.