Environmental Planning Advisor

Gosnells, Australia
- Reference: 6763994
- **Full time (76 hours per fortnight) Part time hours may be considered**:

- ** Contract for 12 months maximum term**:

- ** Nine-day fortnight option (Full time position only)**:

- ** Generous superannuation (up to 16.5%, conditions apply)**:

- ** Two additional public holidays (Full time position only)**:

- ** Free parking onsite**:

- ** Health and wellness program (including free annual skin checks/flu vaccinations, biennial health assessments, seasonal fitness and wellness sessions)**:

- ** Access to onsite gym facilities (Civic Centre)**:

- ** Great location (on Albany Highway, close to Tonkin and Roe highways)**:

- ** Access to health fund corporate discount**:

- ** Salary range**:$98,223 to $105,770 per year plus super**

**About the City**

The City of Gosnells serves a diverse community of more than 135,000 residents. The City is a large local government in Western Australia with a reputation for professionalism, innovation and excellence. City employees enjoy a work environment that encourages professional development and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

**About this position**

The role contributes directly to the City's environmental sustainability by assessing planning proposals and recommending conditions for water management, bushfire risk, revegetation, and fauna management, while ensuring compliance with environmental legislation.

This dynamic position will work closely with internal teams and represent the City by engaging with developers and external agencies, as well as contributing to the development of local planning policies and environmental guidelines.

**What we are looking for**

To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate:

- Knowledge of best practice environmental management and ecological principles
- Knowledge of the role of environmental assessment within the planning framework
- Substantial experience in, and detailed knowledge of, statutory requirements relevant to environmental management
- High-level analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent relationship management and stakeholder engagement abilities

**Essential requirements**
- Bachelor's degree or higher qualification in Environmental Management, Science or relevant area
- White Card
- Driver's licence

**Desirable requirements**
- Previous local government experience in subdivision assessment
- Comprehensive understanding of land development and water management practices

**In return we can offer you**

A challenging and rewarding position, competitive salary, additional superannuation contributions, professional development opportunities, as well as the opportunity to work in a friendly environment and contribute to a forward-thinking Local Government.

Human Resources can be contacted on 9397 3362

**Applications close at 4pm on Thursday 5 June 2025.**
- Applications Close: 05 Jun 2025