Project Manager

2 days ago

Thursday Island, Queensland, Australia Torres Strait Regional Authority Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Maiem, Sew Ngapa (Welcome)

Create impact beyond the office stretching across the sands and seas of the Torres Strait region.

Join one of the most remote – and unique – Australian Public Service (APS) agencies.

Welcome to the Torres Strait Regional Authority (TSRA).

TSRA is the lead Commonwealth agency for Indigenous Affairs in Zenadth Kes (Torres Strait).

We're the northernmost region of Australia, where beautiful red dirt Country meets turquoise waters.

Located in the nation's far north between Cairns and Papua New Guinea, we support programs across the Torres Strait region, including for the 17 inhabited islands of the Torres Strait and the communities of Bamaga and Seisia on the Northern Peninsula Area.

We're a federal government statutory body and operate under the direction of a community-elected board.

About the role

TSRA is looking for a project manager with grit, creativity and vision to lead a small team and achieve economic outcomes in one of Australia's most remote and unique regions.

The role offers a unique opportunity to join our Economic Development Program, playing a pivotal role in advancing economic growth across the region—supporting communities, businesses, and individuals alike.

Help us support clients access business services, programs and support.

Apply your expertise in overseeing the delivery, performance, and financial management of initiatives to ensure transparency, accountability, and meaningful outcomes.

Contribute to high-level planning, policy development, and economic advancement projects that support community prosperity.

About you

We're looking for a community-focused individual with practical experience leading teams to deliver complex projects.

The successful applicant will have understanding of the economics of the Torres Strait, and the challenges inherent in establishing and operating businesses in a remote and geographically vast region.

The ideal candidate will be excited and able to travel regularly across the Torres Strait, with extended stays on Thursday Island and visits to outer islands.

About us

We think locally and act globally.

Since 1994, TSRA has provided a voice from the region to local, state, national and international levels.

Following more than 30 years of advocacy, it's an exciting time to join us during TSRA's #SeasonsOfChange with a new CEO, Chair and Board.

Our team of 150+ staff includes a strong local workforce – 84% of staff identify as Torres Strait Islander and Aboriginal people.

Our staff code switch between English, traditional Torres Strait languages and creole.

We're one of the region's largest employers with 3 offices on Thursday Island and 13 ranger sites, supported by a small office in Cairns.

We offer:

  • A diverse, vibrant and culturally rich workplace – on Fridays we wear floral.
  • Competitive wages, attractive remuneration package and leave entitlements.
  • Recognition of local and state government balances such as sick leave and long service.
  • 15.4% superannuation.

  • Benefits under our Enterprise Agreement include:

  • Rental subsidies and retention bonuses

  • Leave types including annual, personal, cultural, long service and paid parental leave
  • Paid Christmas shut down

  • Annual healthy lifestyle reimbursements

  • Help with relocation and travel costs, depending on role and location.

  • Generous career, study and professional development options.

Who can apply?

The filling of this vacancy is intended to constitute an affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the 'Racial Discrimination Act 1975'. This vacancy is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait people.

How to apply

Don't miss this rare opportunity Apply directly and download the full candidate pack at by 28 September 2025.

Looking for other opportunities with us? Join our employment register at

Like our region, our workplace is diverse.

TSRA employs a range of roles from admin, finance, corporate, project management, media and communications to rangers, language leaders, cultural advisors, scientists, climate change experts and marine biologists.

#SeasonsOfChange

Au esoau, Koeyma Eso, thank you

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