Principal Environmental Management Officer - Maroochydore, Australia - Sunshine Coast Council

Sunshine Coast Council

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Maroochydore, Australia

1 week ago

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Description

Category: Environmental Planning & Services

Work Type:
Permanent Full-time

$109K - $136 Total Remuneration Package

$97K - $121K Base Salary

Location:
Maroochydore

Vacancy No: 3744

Permanent - Full-time

Applications close: 22, May :59pm AEST

Why work with us?

There is no better place to live and work than on the Sunshine Coast, especially with an outstanding organisation like Sunshine Coast Council.

With the vision to be Australia's most sustainable region - Healthy, Smart, and Creative, council is at the forefront of delivering a number of region-shaping projects that will see the region become a hub for innovation, entrepreneurship and creativity, along with opportunities and a lifestyle for all to enjoy.

About the Role

Due to continued high demand for our services, we seek highly motivated and resilient Principal Environmental Management Officer to fill a full-time role within our growing team.

This role requires a very good understanding of sustainable development for the community by working with industry stakeholders to achieve timely, customer focused development assessment services, advice, and advocacy.

As a part of our team, your role will include:

Lead, manage, coordinate and participate in the provision of expert advice and the timely assessment of environmental management and impact matters (e.g. noise quality, air quality, water quality, pollution control and waste treatment) to internal and external customers.
Provide leadership to staff within the Team through mentoring, coaching, training, advising, guiding, empowering and support to maximise the functional performance of the Team.
Proactively contribute to and assist in achieving development outcomes that ensure compliance with conditions of development approvals and aligning with Council's commitment for high quality outcomes for the community.
As an expert in the field of environmental management, contribute positively to Council's vision at an operational and strategic level for statutory compliance, policies, strategy, business and operational plans, change management, business decisionmaking and all other leadership initiatives.
Promote excellence in environmental management and impact services in the Team, including the provision of expert advice and guidance on standards and related matters.

About you
We're looking for someone who has both people and business expertise to excel in this role. Possession of recognised degree qualifications/ in environmental science, natural resource or environmental management.

Extensive interpersonal and communication skills as an experienced senior leader with particular emphasis in the areas of advocacy, liaison, consultation, building effective relationships and cohesive teams, negotiation, conflict resolution and assertiveness with the ability to meet changing organisational needs within a diverse and political environment.

"C" Class drivers' licence - there may be a requirement to travel and work from other Council offices from time to time.

Our Culture & Employee Benefits
Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse, healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture.

As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits and working styles to suit you:

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Wellbeing: Your wellbeing is important to us therefore we offer a number of different initiatives such as discounted health related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program and development opportunities.
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Flexibility: We know it is important to balance life and work, therefore we offer flexible working including a 9-day fortnight and a hybrid WFH model that help you be your best.
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Extras: Those extras make a difference therefore we offer salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation, smartphones and devices. We also pay you 17.5% leave loading and generous Superannuation where council will contribute 12% Superannuation in addition to your 6% superannuation contribution.

How to apply

A 12 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile. Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing this criteria; and
A current resume or curriculum vitae.

Once you have these two documents ready,

Further Information
For specific enquiries contact Robert Sewell during business hours on

Applications close: 22/05/2023 11:59pm E. Australia Standard Time