Climate Extension Officer

2 weeks ago

Toowoomba, Australia University of Southern Queensland Full time

Remuneration range $22,462 to $24,838 pa
- Part-time fixed-term appointment to 29 May 2026
- Boulia/Birdsville

**Centre for Applied Climate Sciences**:
Building on its strengths as Australia’s leading regional University, UniSQ’s vision is to be renowned for innovation and excellence in education, student experience, research and engagement. Guided by our core values of respect, integrity and excellence, the University’s Strategic Plan 2021-2025 outlines our commitment to creating and sharing knowledge, transforming lives and solving the problems that matter to our world.

Australia’s climate experiences high variability and extreme events and UniSQ’s Centre for Applied Climate Sciences (CACS) team is working with the grazing industry to better manage climate risks.

Through the Northern Australia Climate Program, a partnership between the Queensland Government, Meat and Livestock Australia and the University, UniSQ Climate Extension Officers work with local communities to build knowledge and capacity by engaging with pastoralists and industry stakeholders, offering specific climate information and forecasts tailored to the region.

This is a unique opportunity to join the Northern Australia Climate Program team, working within your local community of **Boulia/Birdsville**. You will have a strong knowledge of the pastoral industry and a keen interest in climate variability, to lead and influence climate risk management in regional northern Australia.

This is a part-time position with the commitment of 1 day (7.2 hrs) per week. Extensive training will be provided with ongoing mentoring by highly experienced climate risk management researchers and grazing industry extension officers.

Please note: the appointment will be made to the position title of Project Officer (Climate).

The University offers a range of different ways of working and connecting across our physical and virtual spaces to meet the needs of our students, partners and community. We value diversity and strive to foster an inclusive environment that is underpinned by our values and champions, embraces and respects differences.

Find out more about the Northern Australia Climate Program at UniSQ Centre for Applied Climate Sciences | UniSQ

**Reference Number**:0071_03/24

**Term**:Part-time fixed-term appointment to 29 May 2026 (7.2 hrs/week)

**Salary**:Total remuneration range $22,462 to $24,838 pa (includes salary range of $18,980 to $20,987 pa, employer superannuation contributions of 17% of salary and annual leave loading).

**Closes**: Sunday, 14 April 2024.

**_ To be considered for this position, you will need to have the right to work in Australia._**

At UniSQ, we are united by our core values of Respect, Integrity and Excellence, which guide our daily actions and decision making.

**If you know that this role is right for you, please submit your current resume together with a two-page (maximum) statement, outlining your skills and experience relative to ‘Who we’re looking for’ in the position description.

  • Climate Extension Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia University of Southern Queensland Full time

    Remuneration range $22,462 to $24,838 pa Parttime fixedterm appointment to 29 May 202 Boulia/BirdsvilleCentre for Applied Climate Sciences:Building on its strengths as Australia's leading regional University, UniSQ's vision is to be renowned for innovation and excellence in education, student experience, research and engagement. Guided by our core values of...

  • Project Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Toowoomba, Australia University of Southern Queensland Full time

    Remuneration range $22,462 to $24,838 pa - Part-time fixed-term appointment to 29 May 2026 - Boulia/Birdsville Building on its strengths as Australia’s leading regional University, UniSQ’s vision is to be renowned for innovation and excellence in education, student experience, research and engagement. Guided by our core values of respect, integrity and...

  • Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow

    1 month ago

    Toowoomba, Australia University of Southern Queensland Full time

    Remuneration range $125,372 to $175,557 Full-time fixed-term appointment to 29 May 2026 Toowoomba campus Building on its strengths as Australia’s leading regional University, UniSQ’s vision is to be renowned for innovation and excellence in education, student experience, research and engagement. Guided by our core values of respect, integrity and...

  • Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow

    4 weeks ago

    Toowoomba, Australia University of Southern Queensland Full time

    Remuneration range $125,372 to $175,557 Full-time fixed-term appointment to 29 May 2026 Toowoomba campus Building on its strengths as Australia’s leading regional University, UniSQ’s vision is to be renowned for innovation and excellence in education, student experience, research and engagement. Guided by our core values of respect, integrity and...

  • Research Fellow

    2 weeks ago

    Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia University of Southern Queensland Full time

    Remuneration range $119,401 to $141,128 pa Fulltime fixedterm appointment to 29 May 202 Toowoomba campusBuilding on its strengths as Australia's leading regional University, UniSQ's vision is to be renowned for innovation and excellence in education, student experience, research, and engagement. Guided by our core values of respect, integrity and excellence,...

  • Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow

    2 weeks ago

    Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia University of Southern Queensland Full time

    Remuneration range $125,372 to $175,557 Full-time fixed-term appointment to 29 May 2026 Toowoomba campus Building on its strengths as Australia's leading regional University, UniSQ's vision is to be renowned for innovation and excellence in education, student experience, research and engagement. Guided by our core values of respect, integrity and...

  • Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow

    2 weeks ago

    Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia University of Southern Queensland Full time

    Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow (Climate Extremes and Adaptation)UniSQ is known for its innovation and excellence in education, research, and engagement. The Centre for Applied Climate Sciences (CACS) focuses on climate science and its application in agricultural decision-making, offering a unique opportunity to work with the Northern Australia...

  • Research Fellow

    2 weeks ago

    Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia University of Southern Queensland Full time

    Remuneration range $119,401 to $167,197 pa Fulltime fixedterm appointment for 3 years Toowoomba campusCentre for Applied Climate Sciences:This is a unique opportunity to join the Northern Australia Climate Program research team, working with the grazing industry to deliver innovative research, development and extension outcomes in managing drought and...

  • Research Technical Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia University of Southern Queensland Full time

    Remuneration range $97,272 to $105,349 pa Fulltime fixedterm appointment for 3 years Toowoomba campusInstitute for Life Sciences and the Environment:The Institute for Life Sciences and the Environment provides a focus for researchers in agriculture, crop health, natural resource management, environment and climate sciences. Research undertaken in the...

  • Graduate Marketing Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia DIT AgTech Full time

    Location: Toowoomba, QLDJob Type: Full-TimeABOUT USDIT AgTech is a company dedicated to revolutionising the farming industry through innovative technologysolutions. We are committed to tackling the world's most pressing agricultural and climate challenges bycreating effective, efficient and sustainable farming practices. Our mission is to empower farmers...

  • Research Technical Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Toowoomba, Australia University of Southern Queensland Full time

    Remuneration range $97,272 to $105,349 pa - Full-time continuing appointment - Toowoomba campus Building on its strengths as Australia’s leading regional University, UniSQ’s vision is to be renowned for innovation and excellence in education, student experience, research and engagement. Guided by our core values of respect, integrity and excellence, the...

  • Recruitment Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Toowoomba, Australia JBS Australia Full time

    JBS Australia’s Northern Division operates five strategically-placed processing facilities as well as five feedlots across Queensland and New South Wales, with access to an extensive network of quality cattle. Our network provides the ability to meet the specific demands of various market segments with an extensive range of grain-fed and pasture-fed...

  • Recruitment Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia JBS Australia Full time

    JBS Australia's Northern Division operates five strategically-placed processing facilities as well as five feedlots across Queensland and New South Wales, with access to an extensive network of quality cattle. Our network provides the ability to meet the specific demands of various market segments with an extensive range of grain-fed and pasture-fed...

  • Ao3 Business Support Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Toowoomba, Australia HAYS Full time

    Government Opportunity for Business Support Officer for 3 months paying $46.80/hr **Your New Company** Government organisation seeking AO3 Business Support Officer for temp contract until February 2024, with the potential for extension. You will be engaged at the entity’s Toowoomba location. **Your New Role** As Business Services Officer, you will be an...

  • Research Technical Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia University of Southern Queensland Full time

    Remuneration range $97,272 to $105,349 pa Fulltime continuing appointment Toowoomba campusBuilding on its strengths as Australia's leading regional University, UniSQ's vision is to be renowned for innovation and excellence in education, student experience, research and engagement. Guided by our core values of respect, integrity and excellence, the...

  • Logistics Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Toowoomba, Australia HAYS Full time

    Logistic Officer **Logistics Officer in Toowoomba** Logistics Officer wanted for ongoing work in Toowoomba. **Your new company** Hays has partnered with the Federal Government body responsible for undertaking planning and delivery activities to manage to co-ordination of voter services nationally. **Your new role** As the logistics officer you will be...

  • Ao3 Business Support Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Toowoomba, Australia HAYS Full time

    Government Opportunity for Business Support Officer for 3 months paying $46.27/hr **Your New Company** Government organisation seeking AO3 Business Support Officer for temp contract until June 2024 2024, with the potential for extension. You will be engaged at the entity’s Toowoomba location. **Your New Role** As Business Services Officer, duties will...

  • Administration Officer

    1 month ago

    Toowoomba, Australia people2people Full time

    Leading not for profit organisation - Toowoomba location - 4 week contract with scope for extension - ASAP start! - $30ph + Super - 8am - 4pm **about the client** This longstanding not for profit organisation employs thousands of people nationally and pride themselves on being an ‘Employer of Choice’. As one of the largest national health and aged care...

  • Administration Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Toowoomba, Australia people2people Full time

    Leading not for profit organisation - Toowoomba location - 4 week contract with scope for extension - ASAP start! - $30ph + Super - 8am - 4pm **about the client** This longstanding not for profit organisation employs thousands of people nationally and pride themselves on being an ‘Employer of Choice’. As one of the largest national health and aged care...

  • Administration Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia people2people Full time

    Leading not for profit organisation Toowoomba location 4 week contract with scope for extension ASAP start- $30ph + Super 8am 4pmabout the clientThis longstanding not for profit organisation employs thousands of people nationally and pride themselves on being an 'Employer of Choice'. As one of the largest national health and aged care providers they provide...