Careers at Council
Natural Areas Coordinator
Closes: Jun 30, 2024
- Salary: $93,592 - $106,297 p.a. plus 11% Super
- Permanent Full-Time
- Leaseback Vehicle
About the role
This is a permanent, full-time, Monday to Friday 9.00 am to 5.00 pm position working 35 hours per week. This position is located at 2 McIntyre Way, Bomaderry.
This is a permanent, full-time, Monday to Friday 9.00 am to 5.00 pm position working 35 hours per week. This position is located at 2 McIntyre Way, Bomaderry.
Duties
Reporting directly to the Lead - Land Management, the focus of this position is to:
Reporting directly to the Lead - Land Management, the focus of this position is to:
- Represents Council at stakeholder workshops and industry meetings.
- Undertake strategic planning to enable the sustainable management of Natural Areas – considering factors such as biodiversity, usage, priority weeds, pests, revegetation, etc.
- Undertake strategic asset planning for Natural Area infrastructure and liaise with other areas of Council responsible for delivering audits and works.
- Provide technical advice to, and liaise with, relevant Council staff about Natural Area management and legislation.
- Plan, coordinate and supervise contractors and staff to undertake work on natural areas.
- Ensure integration of Natural Area operations into Natural Resource Management plans.
Skills & Experience
To be successful in the position, you will be/possess:
To be successful in the position, you will be/possess:
- Appropriate tertiary qualifications relevant to Natural Area operations/management with a minimum of 4 years relevant experience.
- Demonstrated experience in the research, analysis and development of environmental policy, strategies and plans relating to environmental and ecological matters.
- Class C Driver’s Licence.
- Ability to foster teamwork within and between teams to deliver services for the benefit of the community.
- Demonstrated ability to develop, manage and work within available budgets and resourcing levels.
Shoalhaven City Council
Shoalhaven City Council is a dynamic organisation serving a large and diverse community; limitless opportunity exists for an exciting and rewarding career. The Shoalhaven is located just 2 hours from Sydney and 2.5 hours from Canberra. The Shoalhaven is home to 104,000 people and comprises of 49 unique towns and villages. It is a place of great natural beauty and offers an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance.
Shoalhaven City Council is a dynamic organisation serving a large and diverse community; limitless opportunity exists for an exciting and rewarding career. The Shoalhaven is located just 2 hours from Sydney and 2.5 hours from Canberra. The Shoalhaven is home to 104,000 people and comprises of 49 unique towns and villages. It is a place of great natural beauty and offers an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance.
Benefits
We are committed to creating a positive culture and strong team environment, and offer a range of benefits:
We are committed to creating a positive culture and strong team environment, and offer a range of benefits:
- Generous Leave Entitlements
- Long Service Leave After 5 Years
- 9 Day Fortnight for Outdoor Staff
- Flexitime for Indoor Staff
- Remote Working Arrangements
- Fitness Passport
- Novated Lease Arrangements
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Training and Development Programs
How to Apply
You will be required to submit an online application by attaching your resume (please ensure you submit in Word or PDF format) and respond to questions regarding general information about you.
You will be required to submit an online application by attaching your resume (please ensure you submit in Word or PDF format) and respond to questions regarding general information about you.
In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.
For more information on the application process, please visit how to apply on Councils website.
This is a re advertised position. Previous applicants need not apply.
- At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
- Please list the relevant qualifications and experience you hold.
- What experience do you have in undertaking strategic planning for natural areas?
- Briefly describe the experience you have in managing projects, including budgets.
Contact: Peter Swanson – Lead – Land Management – 02 4429 3850
Applications Close: Sunday, 30 June 2024 (at Midnight)
Shoalhaven City Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to embracing diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds.
When your application has been submitted completely, you will receive a confirmation email.
