Environmental Assessment Officer
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This position will assist the Environmental Services Team in the assessment of development applications with due regard to the Biodiversity Conservati
Summary about this job
Environmental, Earth & Geosciences
Company: Shoalhaven City Council
Location: Wollongong, Illawarra & South Coast
Work type: Full Time
Salary: $1,398.80 - $1,663.70 per week plus 9.5% Super
Phone: +61-8-2061-5209
Fax: +61-8-4931-6263
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Detail information about job Environmental Assessment Officer. Terms and conditions vacancy
Your New Organisation
Shoalhaven City Council is a dynamic and progressive organisation serving a large and diverse community. The ideal place to combine professional challenge with a relaxed coastal lifestyle, encompassing the sea-side villages of Huskisson, Vincentia and Ulladulla, the Shoalhaven is located 2 hours South of Sydney and 1 hour South of Wollongong.
Overview
You will work in a team environment assessing development applications with due regard to the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016, the Vegetation SEPP and Environment Protection & Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 and Council’s statutory obligations with respect to threatened species and ecological communities.
You will also be expected to provide technical assistance for other matters requiring environmental assessment and advice.
Your New Role
Reporting directly to the Team Leader – Environmental Planning and Assessment, the focus of this position is to:
- Assess development proposals in relation to likely impacts on flora and fauna habitats for Part IV and some Part V developments
- Prepare/present information relating to native flora and fauna
- Provide technical and legislation advice for other matters requiring environmental assessment
- Liaise and negotiate with State Government Agencies and the private sector
- Carry out flora & fauna surveys
The advertised salary includes a discretionary weekly market component which may be payable to candidates with exceptional skills, knowledge and experience.
About You
In order to be successful in the position, you will be/ possess:
- A Natural Sciences degree or related discipline
- Demonstrated advanced knowledge of ecological processes and relevant legislation
- Experience in environmental assessment including flora and fauna surveys
- NSW Biodiversity Offset Scheme Accreditation, or willingness to obtain
- Class C Drivers Licence
How to Apply
You are not required to address all selection criteria outlined in the Job Description. You will be required to upload a brief cover letter (no more than 2 pages) and a resume.
You will also be required to respond to position related questions and questions regarding general information about you.
The position related questions you will be required to address are:
- Please provide information relating to your formal qualifications
- Please provide experience relating to development and environmental assessment and the relevant legislation
- Please detail your experience in working with threatened species and ecological communities
Contact until 20 July: Michael Smith – (02) 4429 3209
Contact from 21 July: Kelie Clarke - (02) 4429 3501
Applications Close: Sunday, 12 August 2018
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