Project Officer (CoastSnap)
- Employment Type: Full Time (35 hours per week), with flexibility to consider 4 days per week for the right candidate.
- Duration: 2-year fixed term contract beginning January 2027
- Remuneration: Level 6 from $108,021 - $115,233 (depending on experience) + 17% super + leave loading
- Location: UNSW Manly Vale Campus, NSW (Hybrid)
About UNSW:
UNSW isn't like other places you've worked. Yes, we're a large organisation with a diverse and talented community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical and purposeful in everything we do.
As Australia's #1 university and one of the world's leading research institutions, our people are helping solve society's biggest challenges through world-class research, education and innovation. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and make a genuine impact, you're in the right place.
UNSW’s School of Civil and Environmental Engineering is internationally recognised for excellence in education and research, ranking among the world’s top 25 (QS Rankings). With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, the School delivers industry-connected education and research across Civil, Environmental and Geospatial Engineering. Collaborating with over 100 industry and government organisations each year, the School is committed to creating a more prosperous, safe and sustainable future.
Why your role matters:
As Project Officer (CoastSnap), you will support the Australian Coastline Imaging Network (AusCIN), part of the Coastal Research Infrastructure (CoastRI) cross-NCRIS facility at UNSW’s Water Research Laboratory.
Focusing on the CoastSnap citizen science program, you will help expand coastal monitoring across Australia by coordinating new monitoring stations, engaging communities and building strong stakeholder partnerships. Working closely with the AusCIN team, you will contribute to a national program that connects communities with coastal research and environmental monitoring.
Key responsibilities:
- Coordinate the planning, establishment and rollout of CoastSnap monitoring stations across Australia.
- Build and maintain relationships with councils, government agencies, researchers, schools and community organisations.
- Plan and deliver community engagement activities, including workshops, presentations, educational resources and events.
- Manage project communications, stakeholder enquiries, social media and digital engagement to encourage community participation.
- Coordinate procurement, distribution and maintenance of CoastSnap stations, signage and associated materials.
- Support project reporting, documentation, stakeholder grant initiatives and national and international collaborations.
- Monitor project progress, maintain accurate records and provide field support, including site visits and installations.
Who you are:
You are an organised, proactive and collaborative professional with a passion for coastal environments, citizen science and community engagement. You enjoy building relationships, communicating effectively and managing diverse activities to deliver meaningful outcomes.
You will bring:
- A degree in environmental science, coastal engineering, geography, marine science, communications or a related discipline, or equivalent education, training and experience.
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities and work independently.
- Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience working across government, research and community organisations.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience developing reports, presentations and engagement materials.
- Demonstrated experience delivering community engagement, outreach or educational activities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital communication tools, and the ability to work collaboratively and take initiative.
- Willingness to undertake fieldwork and travel independently across Australia for several days at a time.
- An unrestricted Australian Driver Licence, or the ability to obtain one.
Experience in project logistics, procurement, social media management or scientific communications would be highly regarded, as would an established network relevant to CoastSnap.
For further details on role responsibilities and skills & experience required, refer to the position description found under the position listing on Jobs@UNSW
Benefits and Culture:
People are at the core of everything we do. It's our people who make UNSW one of the world's leading universities.
Along with the opportunity to work on diverse, high-risk projects that support world-class research and education, you'll enjoy benefits that are hard to find in many construction and infrastructure environments, including:
- 17% superannuation and additional leave loading.
- Additional 3 days' leave over the Christmas shutdown.
- Flexible working options and genuine work-life balance.
- Career development and learning opportunities.
- Discounts and entitlements across retail, education and fitness.
To learn more about working at UNSW, visit: https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au/lifestyle-benefits
How to Apply: Submit your CV & Cover Letter by 11:55pm, Sunday 22 November 2026
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role, valid Australian working rights are required on application.
Contact: Amy Denney a.denney@unsw.edu.au - Talent Acquisition Partner
Please apply directly through the website, applications sent to the contact above will not be accepted.
Pre-Employment Checks
As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
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