Project Specialist - Carbon Projects | Environmental Project Officer

Join us in delivering practical climate solutions and restoring Australia’s landscapes through large-scale carbon and restoration projects.

• Permanent full-time opportunity with a competitive salary
• Deliver real environmental impact through carbon and restoration projects.

Carbon Neutral is looking for two Project Specialists to support the development and delivery of large-scale carbon and environmental restoration projects.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to projects that deliver carbon sequestration, biodiversity restoration and long-term environmental outcomes while building expertise in the rapidly growing carbon sector.

ABOUT CARBON NEUTRAL

Carbon Neutral is an Australian carbon project developer dedicated to restoring landscapes and delivering high-integrity carbon solutions that support climate action. Headquartered in Perth, the organisation partners with landholders, businesses and investors to develop large-scale reforestation and environmental restoration projects that generate verified carbon credits while rebuilding ecosystems and supporting regional communities.

With growing demand for credible carbon solutions, Carbon Neutral is expanding its portfolio of projects across Western Australia and nationally. This includes its flagship Yarra Yarra Biodiversity Corridor in the northern Wheatbelt, one of Australia’s largest biodiverse reforestation initiatives. As the organisation continues to scale its operations and project delivery, Carbon Neutral is building a team of talented professionals who are passionate about environmental outcomes and committed to making a meaningful impact.

OUR VALUES

Our work is guided by a set of core values that underpin how we deliver climate and environmental outcomes. 

Collaborative: We like to involve you at every step to achieving your goal.

Integrity: We are always transparent and honest in our communications.

Innovative: We enjoy the challenges and learnings of problem solving.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are expanding our team and are seeking two Project Specialists to support the development and delivery of Carbon Neutral’s growing portfolio of carbon and environmental restoration projects across Australia and internationally.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to landscape-scale projects that deliver carbon sequestration, biodiversity restoration and lasting environmental benefits.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and working closely with project partners, you will contribute to the planning, assessment and implementation of carbon and restoration projects. This includes undertaking feasibility analysis, supporting project registration under recognised carbon methodologies, coordinating consultants and contractors, and assisting with project monitoring and reporting.

The role provides the opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of landscape-scale projects while contributing to the development of high-integrity carbon projects within a rapidly evolving sector.

Key Deliverables

• Support the development and delivery of carbon projects across Australia and internationally
• Undertake project feasibility assessments, including carbon yield modelling, financial analysis and spatial analysis
• Assist with planning and regulatory approvals required for project implementation
• Support project registration and certification under recognised carbon methodologies, including the ACCU Scheme and Gold Standard
• Identify and assess prospective carbon project sites and support negotiations with landholders and project partners
• Coordinate consultants and contractors engaged to support project delivery
• Monitor project progress and prepare reporting documentation
• Support the preparation and coordination of project audits, including compiling documentation and responding to auditor information requests
• Travel to project sites to support project assessment, monitoring activities and engagement with landholders, contractors and project partners

ABOUT YOU

As a motivated environmental professional, you are passionate about contributing to climate solutions and landscape restoration outcomes.

You bring strong analytical and spatial skills, with the ability to interpret land-based data, contribute to project feasibility assessments and prepare high-quality project documentation. You enjoy working collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders and are comfortable balancing technical analysis with the coordination and delivery of complex projects.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Ecology, Forestry, GIS or a related discipline.
• 2+ years’ experience in environmental restoration, revegetation, carbon project development or environmental consulting.
• Experience with developing and managing carbon projects under the ACCU Scheme.
• Demonstrated technical writing skills, including preparation of management plans, monitoring reports or project documentation.
• Solid GIS capability with experience in spatial analysis and mapping outputs.
• Sound analytical skills with experience using Excel to undertake project feasibility assessments.
• Understanding of carbon sequestration methodologies and carbon accounting frameworks.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong organisational and time management capability with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Desirable:
• Knowledge of field-based biomass measurement techniques or ecological monitoring methods.

WORKING WITH US

You will be part of a talented and collaborative team committed to delivering practical climate solutions and restoring Australia’s landscapes. In this role you will have the opportunity to:

• Contribute to meaningful climate and biodiversity outcomes.
• Work on large-scale environmental restoration and carbon projects.
• Gain exposure to the rapidly growing carbon and sustainability sector.
• Engage with projects across regional Western Australia.
• Develop expertise in carbon markets and environmental project development.
• Collaborate with experienced professionals across environmental science, land management and project delivery.
• Be part of an organisation where your work contributes to tangible environmental outcomes.

OUR BENEFITS

Employees working at Carbon Neutral have access to several benefits, including:

• Permanent full-time opportunity.
• Attractive and competitive salary.
• Modern office in Perth CBD, conveniently located near transport systems.
• Flexibility around core office hours.
• Additional leave covering the Xmas shutdown period.

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