Environmental Conservation Manager

24 hours ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia beBeeLeadership Full time
Director of Environmental Stewardship

The Department for Environment and Water is seeking a visionary leader to guide South Australia's efforts in biodiversity conservation, land stewardship, and strategic environmental outcomes.

This role offers a unique platform to influence policy, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture within a supportive environment. With direct access to senior executives, your expertise will drive government priorities and deliver meaningful outcomes for communities across South Australia.

  • Provide strategic direction and operational oversight for the Native Vegetation and Pastoral Land Management Branch, ensuring alignment with government priorities.
  • Advise senior executives on complex matters related to biodiversity conservation and sustainable land management.
  • Foster a positive work culture by nurturing talent, supporting staff well-being, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Represent the Department in state, national, and international forums to advocate for South Australian interests in biodiversity and land management.
  • Establish partnerships with local communities, Aboriginal Nations, NGOs, industry stakeholders, and government agencies to achieve shared goals.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and maintain robust governance practices.
  • Lead transformational programs supporting government objectives and advancing departmental priorities in environmental stewardship.
Key Requirements:
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in fields like natural resource management, environmental science, law, or public policy, with extensive experience in the public sector or similar environments.
  • Proven ability to navigate politically sensitive environments, emphasising collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and inclusivity, particularly with First Nations and diverse partners.
  • Demonstrated strategic planning skills, balancing immediate operational needs with long-term sustainability goals, while fostering staff development and leading cultural change.
  • Strong leadership and advanced negotiation skills in complex political environments, with a focus on strategic thinking, crisis responsiveness, and effective communication for diverse audiences.
Benefits:
  • Flexible working opportunities and professional growth.
  • A commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where contributions are valued.
  • Comprehensive remuneration package at SAES1 Executive Remuneration Level.

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