Senior Biodiversity Planning

6 months ago


Sydney, Australia nrmjoEnvironmental jobs, NRM Full time
Permanent, Full-time position. Salary: $101,073 to $112,807 plus superannuation, a 9-day fortnight and a leaseback vehicle will be offered.

Are you an enthusiastic Environmental Scientist and want to make a significant contribution to improving environmental outcomes in Hornsby Shire?

About us

Hornsby Shire is located on Sydney's upper north shore, approximately 25 kilometres north of the CBD. Known as the 'Bushland Shire', our local government area is characterised by bushland comprising national park, major waterways, natural reserves and rural landscape. The rest of the Shire combines urban, rural and open spaces.

About the role

As a valued member of the team, your duties will provide senior expertise in biodiversity conservation, planning, environmental assessment and environmental management. This position will lead strategic and operational initiatives focused on biodiversity conservation and influence planning processes to integrate biodiversity considerations effectively.

Further the position will develop and monitor the effectiveness of environmental management strategies, plans, programs, and projects focused on conserving biodiversity within the Hornsby Shire.

About you

We are seeking a pro-active, enthusiastic person who has good communication, organisational and time-management skills and the ability to plan and implement projects, grants and assist other staff in the achievement of tasks undertaken by the Branch. The person must have proven ability to work independently and within a team environment, and to encourage and mentor other members of the biodiversity team.

To be successful in this role you will require relevant qualifications and/or significant experience in the areas of environmental assessment, legislation and biodiversity planning.

Benefits of working with us

In exchange of your skills and experience, we offer a supportive working environment, flexible working conditions, leaseback vehicle and an opportunity to advance your environmental science career.

We pride ourselves on having a fantastic culture with a genuine appreciation for work-life balance.

Visit and click on 'what we offer' to learn about the wonderful benefits available at Hornsby Council.

Please note you must be double vaccinated to work in this position and to attend an interview.

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