Project Officer, Contaminated Land

1 month ago


Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action Full time

The Project Officer role is focused on protecting and securing conservation areas in Melbourne's Growth Corridors through planning processes. This involves working with the Victorian Planning Authority and local councils to ensure Planning Scheme Amendments associated with precinct structure plans incorporate the necessary planning controls to implement the requirements of the Biodiversity Conservation Strategy. It also involves responding to statutory referrals that relate to subdivision and development to ensure conservation areas are protected during development and secured for conservation purposes in perpetuity.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
- Qualifications in environmental planning, environmental science, natural resource management and/or significant experience in these areas.
- Demonstrated experience and skills in environmental planning.

This is a fixed term position available until 31 December 2023. The work location for this position is with hybrid work arrangements available.
To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.
For further information please refer to the attached position description.
Applications close at midnight on Sunday, 2 April 2023.

**Other relevant information**:
To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace
DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.



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