Ballina Shire Council

Environmental Scientist – Biodiversity

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Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.

Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.

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Position

We are currently seeking a passionate and suitably qualified individual to join Council's Strategic Planning section. 

Reporting to the Coordinator Strategic Planning, Council’s Environmental Scientists are part of a motivated and professional team dedicated to delivering positive strategic and environmental planning outcomes for Council and the community.

The roles require a blend of technical expertise, strategic planning, and excellent communication skills to effectively support, advance and promote biodiversity outcomes across the shire. A key focus is to assess development applications and provide expert advice in relation to development proposals.

Council is seeking a range of candidates to fill either one or two positions and will consider both part time and full time working arrangements. Preferred working arrangements will be discussed with shortlisted candidates at interview stage. Join us in making a meaningful impact on our environment!

To be successful you will bring

• Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council’s values of:  creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
• Tertiary qualifications in environmental science, biodiversity management, ecology or related field.
• Demonstrated experience in the interpretation and application of the Biodiversity Conservation Act and local planning instruments in relation to biodiversity.
• Demonstrated strong verbal and written communications skills with the ability to prepare and present reports and submissions.
• Proven ability to work independently and with a high level of collaboration across teams and with key stakeholders.
• Proven experience and competence in the use of the Microsoft 365 and with other corporate software.

The rewards

• An attractive remuneration package that will be negotiated with the preferred candidate/s taking into consideration their skills, qualifications and experience.
• 19 day month working arrangement Council is currently trialling a range of flexible working options. Subject to operational requirements, full time office staff will have access to a nine day fortnight, with a thirty minute lunch break. For the duration of the trial arrangement, staff will also have the option to apply to work a compressed four day work week, subject to operational requirements and approval.
• Support toward relocation expenses.
• Fitness Passport membership options.
• An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected.
• An absolute focus on our peoples’ safety and well being.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Generous Award workplace conditions.

Click here to view the Position Description and Information Package.

Applications close

11.30pm on Friday 31 January 2025

Specific enquiries

Paula Newman | Coordinator Strategic Planning | 02 6686 1454

How to apply

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