Rewarding Careers in Natural Resource Management
Work with us, make a difference and build a rewarding career.
Be a part of something special.
Reef Catchments is the Natural Resource Management (NRM) organisation for the Mackay Whitsunday Isaac region.
With more than two decades experience and connection to the community we're proud of our heritage and excited about our future.
We're driving projects that build resilient ecosystems and engaged communities in the Mackay Whitsunday Isaac region - from the mountains to the sea.
Reef Catchments offers opportunities for rewarding careers in sustainable agriculture, environmental science, natural resource management, conservation, human resources, administration, finance, communications, more.
Our values, culture, and dedication to making a difference sets us apart.
It shines in everything we do.
Here's why you'll love working with us...
Our work makes a difference
We facilitate change and work for long-term solutions to sustain, protect, and improve our region’s natural resources and environment, now and into the future.
In consultation with the community, we are constantly developing and working on projects to safeguard the environment in which we live.
We build a strong culture
Our culture is the heart of our organisation and is founded on a clear vision and a strong set of values.
We strive to be a place where people are proud to work, and who our stakeholders trust.
We have offices in Mackay and Proserpine with a staff of more than 30 people working to improve the condition of our region’s land, water, habitat and sea.
We work and consult with growers and graziers, community groups, Government agencies, Traditional Owners, local business and more to share a vision for resilient ecosystems and an engaged community.
Reef Catchments comprises a Board and Management team along with Project Coordinators and Officers, Finance, HR, Communications and Administration personnel.
This forms a highly skilled and outcome-focused team, all dedicated to looking after the environment in the Mackay Whitsunday Isaac region.
Benefits we enjoy
What can we say? We work in the beautiful Mackay Whitsunday Isaac region. Our projects cover the mountain ranges to the ocean and islands. We work on agricultural land, natural reserves, urban landscapes, the ocean and islands. We engage and connect with local landholders, businesses, communities and traditional owners. We cherish and nourish local biodiversity.
We recognise that life has its rough patches and provide support to our staff through our EAP program and flexible working arrangements.
We love to celebrate your success and growth. As part of our Rewards and Recognition Program, we nominate and acknowledge our people and offer rewards for outstanding contributions to the organisation.
Flexibility & Balance
To help you navigate a busy week we provide flexible working hours and generous work from home provisions.
Team-building & Celebrations
Reef Catchments has a fun-loving culture which is encouraged and supported by annual team building days, holiday events and internal celebrations.
Training & Development
We believe our people are our greatest asset and we contribute to their growth and development by providing ongoing training and $2000 per year toward your professional development.
All staff enjoy 5 weeks annual leave with additional leave bonuses at 3, 5, and 7 year anniversaries.
Diversity & Inclusion
We encourage staff to embrace diversity, equality, and inclusion and have a commitment to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills and views.
This is reflected in our internal culture statements.
Students and Graduates
Reef Catchments is keen to provide employment opportunities to students and graduates. We believe we offer a motivated and purposeful workplace, the kind of workplace where you can see change and positive improvements.
What you do today, has an impact for tomorrow and beyond.
We also encourage you to grow and evolve and to build new skills. What we enjoy about working with students and graduates is the new and fresh ideas you bring to the table, your studies have you well placed to be curious and creative, which are valuable skills in our workplace.
Hi, I’m Kellie, a Project Officer with the Reef Catchments Conservation and Communities team. My involvement with Reef Catchments began when I was a student completing my Bachelor of Environmental Practice in 2020. I joined the Waterways team to assist with their water sampling program during the wet season, and having enjoyed my experience so much returned again during my next university break. When it came time to decide where to complete my professional internship as part of my Master’s degree, Reef Catchments was my first choice. I was elated to join the Conservation and Communities team, working to improve the ecological condition of freshwater streams and wetlands.
I am proud of the work we deliver for our region, and the people I am surrounded by make everyday a joy.
Reef Catchments is the place for me!
If you're dreaming of professional and personal growth in a supportive team environment then Reef Catchments is the place for you. Our roles offer plenty of variety, and the chance to make a meaningful impact, driving positive environmental outcomes for the region.
Explore your next step at Reef Catchments by visiting our current vacancies page or get in touch: firstname.lastname@example.org