Director Of Sustainable Landscapes

4 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia beBeeUrbanForest Full time $99,086 - $152,141

Job Title: Urban Forest Strategist

The Director Policy and Planning role plays a crucial part in shaping the future of Canberra's urban forest. This key position is responsible for guiding strategic policy, urban planning, and development projects related to the management of the public urban forest.

This includes overseeing more than 845,000 trees across parklands and streets, encompassing planting, watering, maintenance, removal of dead and dying trees, administering the Urban Forest Act, assessing tree-related claims, and providing technical advice on tree-related matters.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement programs to deliver the actions and outcomes in the Urban Forest Strategy and contribute to best-practice urban design options to protect and enhance Canberra's urban forest.
  • Inspire, energize, and positively influence team and individual outcomes; supervise, manage, and motivate a team; provide support and guidance; effective employee engagement.

Key Requirements:

  • A degree in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Landscape Architecture, Urban Park Management, or related discipline, or currently undertaking a related qualification is highly desirable.
  • Driver's license Class C (Car) is essential.

About the Role:

This critical role will play a significant part in delivering high-quality results and ensuring the long-term sustainability of Canberra's urban forest. The successful candidate will have strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of urban planning and policy, and a passion for making a lasting impact.

How to Apply:

Candidates interested in this opportunity should submit a two-page statement addressing experience and/or ability and addressing the requirements listed above, along with a current curriculum vitae (resume), and contact details of two referees via the online application portal.

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