Ku-ring-gai Council

Trainee Environment & Sustainability Officer

Trainee Environment & Sustainability Officer

• Supportive Team Culture
• Salary trainee band -  $1,042.10 to $1,142.50 (pro-rata) per week + super
• Up to 18 months Fixed Term Contract (28 hours per week)

About Ku-ring-gai Council

Located 16 km’s north of the Sydney CBD, the Ku-ring-gai area covers 84km2, is home to 124,000 residents and set in one of New South Wales’ most attractive natural environments.

About the role

Reporting to the Water and Catchments Program Leader, you will be responsible for assisting in the research and provision of technical and scientific information to support the planning and management of natural and built environments and communities with Ku-ring-gai, consistent with the principles of Ecologically Sustainable Development (ESD).

Duties will include, but are not limited to

• Assisting with testing, monitoring and recording of water quality across Ku-ring-gai
• Managing Council’s water quality database and other databases as required
• Research and provide advice on various natural resource management and  sustainability issues
• Undertaking site investigations and analysis
• Preparing reports, papers, submissions and communication materials
• Supporting ecological and general environmental projects
• Keeping abreast of trends and developments 

Qualifications, Skills & experience

• Current Class C Driver’s Licence
• Near completion of relevant undergraduate degree or undertaking a postgraduate degree program
• Demonstrated willingness and enthusiasm for learning in a field that focuses on natural resource management and the interface between people and their environments
• Demonstrated research and writing skills
• Previous involvement in environmental or sustainability initiatives

Benefits

• 28 hour working week
• Novated Lease options available for private use vehicles
• Health & Fitness $100 yearly reimbursement (conditional)
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Beautiful Ku-ring-gai Location
• Supportive team environment
• Access to a wide range of development and training opportunities

For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our website click here.

How to apply

Applicants are required to address all Essential Criteria as listed within the Position Description to be eligible for an interview.

Like to know more? Contact Sophia Findlay on 9424 0853

Closes: 11:30pm, Wednesday 4 December 2024

Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer