Ecologist and Sustainability Team Leader

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Detail information about job Ecologist and Sustainability Team Leader. Terms and conditions vacancy

About the position

The Ecologist and Sustainability Team leader will lead a team of professionals and volunteers to ensure Council achieves its goals and aspirations across a range of environmental sustainability areas including; biodiversity and natural area restoration, Water quality and use, Waste minimisation, Energy efficiency with the emphasis on achieving council’s delivery program.

The role is also responsible for the provision of specialised ecological advice and support in relation to biodiversity conservation, natural area restoration activities, and facilitation of a wide range of projects.

About us

Muswellbrook Shire is one of NSW’s most dynamic local government areas for over four decades it has been at the heart of the State’s energy industry; with two of NSW’s base load power generators located in the Shire, Bayswater and Liddell. Muswellbrook Shire’s coal industry exports 25% of NSW’s thermal coal, it is the home of the two largest thoroughbred horse studs in the southern hemisphere, it produces approximately 40% of the Hunter Valley’s viticulture and is home to the largest dairy industry in the Hunter.

Muswellbrook Shire Council is a vibrant workplace with a commitment to excellence in all facets of its operations, and is committed to employee welfare and development.

This is a permanent full-time role with a salary range of $77,417 - $91,079  based on demonstrated competencies, plus 9.5% superannuation. To be successful in this role you must possess:

• A degree in Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science or similar or an equivalent level of skill, knowledge and experience.
• Sound knowledge and experience in natural resource management, especially protecting and enhancing riparian ecosystems and native vegetation..
• Sound knowledge of current Biodiversity Legislation, with at least three years’ experience in an ecological role to enable becoming an Accredited Assessor under the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016.
• Experience supervising staff and/or volunteers
• Current drivers licence.

For more information on this position, please refer to the attached Position Description, Council’s Careers website, or contact Sharon Pope, Executive Manager Planning, Environment and Regulatory Services on (02) 6549 3868.

To apply:

1. Complete the application form below, including providing responses to the mandatory questions required. Unfortunately, an unfinished application can’t be retrieved to finish at a later date. Please keep your responses concise.
2. Attach your Resume and a covering letter where indicated.
3. Click ‘Apply’.
4. You will receive an email confirming your application has been submitted.

Applications close on 30 July 2018.