Parkes Shire Council

Environmental and Biosecurity Specialist

• Become part of a progressive and respected team that values safety and innovation.
• Join us in leading innovative sustainability initiatives that shape the future of our community's environment
• Enjoy a competitive salary circa $94,900 - $109,200 plus super and a host of great benefits
• Enjoy a supportive workplace culture that promotes continuous learning and career development

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Environmental and Biosecurity Specialist to join our team and support the Manager Environment and Sustainability within the Infrastructure Department. This role is pivotal in providing expert environmental and biosecurity advice across all areas of the Council.

As the Environmental and Biosecurity Specialist, you will manage and lead the Biosecurity Team, ensuring the successful implementation of Biosecurity Management Strategies and Plans. You will also be accountable for managing the team's budget and ensuring compliance with all related environmental and biosecurity regulations.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage Council's Biosecurity Team, ensuring the effective delivery of Biosecurity functions to meet Council's legislated requirements and agreed levels of service including assisting with reporting and budgeting.
• Assist with progressing Council's environmental performance via maintaining Council's Environmental Protection Licence(s).
• Support the Recycled Water Management System and the Drinking Water Management System.
• Identify, apply for and secure funding for environmental and sustainability projects and programs across 
  all Directorates, and successfully manage such projects/programs. 
• Identify and manage Council needs for environmental improvement projects, including delivery of environmental rehabilitation and restoration projects.
• Engage with community and school groups to deliver initiatives and programs to enhance awareness of environmental and sustainability issues within the Parkes Shire.

More information about the role can be found in the Environmental and Biosecurity Specialist Position Description.

About You

To excel in this role you will bring:

• Tertiary qualification/s in Chemical, Environmental or Civil Engineering or Environmental Science or 
  related discipline.
• Minimum 4-6 years of relevant experience in related fields.
• Extensive demonstrated experience in a broad range of environmental and biosecurity functions.
• Demonstrated experience in managing a small team and proven ability to effectively manage people, performance, projects, budgets, contracts and risk. 
• Demonstrated ability to develop and lead a team to deliver organisational objectives and innovative service and business improvements. 
• Advanced computer and software skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work within and across different departments.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills, including a proven ability to set priorities, plan and organise workloads, and balance competing priorities to achieve specific objectives in the most efficient way possible, within the resources available. 
• Current and maintained NSW Driver’s Licence.
• Current and maintained SafeWork NSW Construction Induction (White Card).

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

• Project Management certification.
• Knowledge of the role, functions, and responsibilities of Local Government. 

Benefits

The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Parkes Shire Council's policies and conditions of employment. 

The role has been evaluated as being Grade 16 of the Council's salary structure and offers a competitive salary circa $94,900 - $109,200 (depending on skills and experience) plus super and salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay.

Benefits of working at Council include:

• Fortnightly Rostered Day Off (RDO)
• Four weeks of Annual Leave per year
• Access to Long Service Leave after five years
• Access to salary packaging options through Salary Packaging Australia (SPA)
• Wellness Programs and Health and Wellbeing initiatives including two (2) Health and Wellness days off per year.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Relocation assistance includes 40% reimbursement of removalist costs upon commencement and a further 40% reimbursement after 18 months of service. 
• Relaxed regional lifestyle
• Work/Life balance
• And more!

In addition, we value work-life balance and offer opportunities for training and professional development.  We encourage and support our employees in further developing their knowledge, skills, and capabilities through tuition fee support and study days for employees studying towards tertiary or vocational qualifications.

Parkes Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences, as we believe in building an inclusive work environment that reflects the community we serve.

About Parkes Shire Council

Since its establishment in January 1981, Parkes Shire Council has earned a reputation as an innovative, progressive organisation with a proven ability to deliver outstanding outcomes for our community.  As a two-time winner of the AR Bluett Memorial Award - the state's oldest and most prestigious local government award - we take pride in our culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

Embracing a LEAN philosophy across our organisation and operations, we're constantly looking at how we can do things better in order to maximise the value we deliver.  We are committed to developing and retaining a skilled, energetic and professional workforce to ensure that we continue to provide the best possible services, facilities and infrastructure to our community. 

We strive to provide a flexible, safe and inclusive work environment for our people, and are proud to have achieved formal accreditation under ISO 45001, the internationally recognised standard in Occupational Health and Safety.

If you're seeking a challenging and rewarding career, a range of lifestyle benefits, and an opportunity to contribute to a high-performing organisation, then we're the right place for you.

For more information, please visit our website: www.parkes.nsw.gov.au

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and join a team that values safety, innovation, and community, we'd love to hear from you. Apply Now!