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Our Environment & Health team is offering an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual with strong leadership skills and a proactive mindset. We're seeking someone who can confidently guide a team in addressing complex planning matters related to the environmental impacts of proposed developments. While a subject matter expertise isn't required, a solid understanding of planning requirements and how potential development impacts on vegetation can be best managed in a balanced way is essential. In this role, you'll also lead the delivery of environmental education initiatives for the community, co-ordinate sustainability projects in areas such as climate risk management, energy efficiency, and contribute to shaping environmental goals that align with Council's strategic directions and policies.
What you will be doing:
* Management and coordination of staff and projects/programs within the Environment Team to achieve performance targets and business plan initiatives as well as mentoring and coaching team members
* Coordinate the assessment of development applications and planning proposals regarding biodiversity, arboriculture and landscaping.
* Coordinate the investigation and offer advice as well as a resolution of customer enquires/requests.
* Coordinate the preparation of statement of evidence, affidavits, basic facts and contentions and support team members in Land & Environment Court matters.
* Coordinate the delivery of specialist advice and assessment on relevant technical reports & documents to internal and external stakeholders.
* Carry out duties under the EP&A Act, Biodiversity Conservation Act, Local Government Act & other relevant legislation and policies
What are we seeking in our new team member:
* Degree in Environmental Management/Environmental Science, Nature Resource Management or related field
* Drivers License (Class C) – NSW
* Demonstrated ability to manage and mentor staff
* Excellent problem solving skills and demonstrated ability to balance complex and competing objectives
* Strong written and verbal communication and documentation skills
* Practical skills in project/program management, environment and sustainability best practice, strategic analysis, interpretation and research.
* Knowledge of Local Government Act, Environmental Planning and Assessment Act and Biodiversity Conservation Act
Permanent full-time role, salary starting from $120K + Superannuation + Car Allowance of $14,181 or Council Leaseback Vehicle
Benefits of working with us:
In addition to competitive rates of pay paid weekly, we offer additional benefits to staff including: paid training to keep your skills up to date, opportunity to earn organisational and individual bonus payments, discounted membership to our state of the art Waves Fitness & Aquatic Centre, access to a Fitness Passport, free on-site parking, onsite café, modern offices and an active Social Club
Next steps:
Please review the Position Description available on Council's Careers Page and submit your application online at by 5pm on 12 June 2025. Please note that applications are assessed upon receipt. As you may be contacted, and interviews may be held prior, to the closing date, early submission of applications is encouraged.
Please contact Council's HR Team at if you require any assistance with submitting your application or require further information about the role or the organisation.
Employment will be subject to clearance on the following pre-employment checks: Psychometric Testing, Reference Checks, Identity Check, Drug and Alcohol Screening and Medical Check, and may also include a Criminal History and Working with Children Check. The Hills Shire Council is committed to the principles of employment equity and diversity. We assess applications on merit and suitability related to the inherent requirements of the position. Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.
We're seeking individuals who embrace our values and can work collaboratively to deliver quality customer services and infrastructure to The Hills Shire community.
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