Water and Environment Systems Officer

5 days ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia Cairns Regional Council Full time $70,000 - $90,000 per year
Water and Environment Systems Officer

Requisition Number: 826

Salary Range: $79, $90,545.27 per annum

Position Type: Full-Time Permanent

Location: Martyn St Depot – 158A Martyn Street, Cairns

Application Close Date: Sunday, 28 September at 11.30pm AEST

Are you passionate about the environment and keen to contribute to innovative solutions within Council?

We're looking for someone to join our team as a Water and Environment Systems Officer.

The key responsibilities of this role are:

  • Provide oversight and maintenance of the Environment and Drinking Water Quality Systems within Cairns Regional Council.
  • Drive system improvements and innovation while ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with statutory reporting and incident response.
  • Develop and implement procedures and continuous improvement strategies that enhance service delivery.
  • Provide expert environmental and drinking water technical guidance to teams across the Council.
  • Lead training initiatives that build technical expertise across the organization.
  • Foster a strong culture of quality, safety, and environmental stewardship throughout Council operations.

What we are looking for:

  • Current 'C' class Drivers Licence
  • Tertiary qualification in Science, Environmental Science, or Engineering relevant to the role.
  • Previous experience relevant to key duties of the role.
  • Understanding and knowledge of the principles of quality management systems applicable to water, wastewater and resource recovery practices and processes.
  • Highly developed written communication skills to review technical data to write and prepare associated technical reports and correspondence.
  • Analytical, problem solving and investigative skills to solve complex issues.
  • High level computer and data recording skills
  • Time management skills to plan and manage multiple projects with tight timeframes.

Some benefits we offer:

  • Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements
  • Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)
  • Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave
  • Up to 3 weeks personal leave
  • Secure your future with 12% superannuation contributions
  • Salary sacrifice opportunities
  • Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities
  • Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave

We are committed to:

  • Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
  • Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
  • Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support

Now we want to hear about YOU

Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.

For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.

Council's Recruitment Team can be contacted via:

Phone:

Email:

Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council

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