Permanent Full Time opportunity available (9 day fortnight)Tertiary Degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science or Applied Environmental ScienceLGO 6 ($93,992 - $100,333 per annum + superannuation) based on skills, qualifications and experienceTO6 (degree qualified) ($106,001 - $111,096 per annum + superannuation) based on skills, qualifications and experienceAbout the Role This role is responsible for detailed analytical monitoring and developing technical reports on compliance with state and federal environmental regulatory permits and licences.
With responsibilities that extend across water and wastewater, this role will also provide environmental engineering/specialist scientific advice on operational activities in accordance with ISO14001, current environmental legislation and best practice, and Council's policies, procedures and management plans.
During wet weather incidents, this role has a specific responsibility in collecting, collating and storing data on sewerage overflows from Council sewerage infrastructure, community health, and other environmental impacts so that Townsville City Council can effectively report to all regulatory bodies after the incident has concluded and provide scientific feedback on customer and community concerns.
About You Our ideal candidate will have:
Tertiary Degree qualification in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science or Applied Environmental Science.Demonstrated experience with integrated management systems (IMS) and the requirements of ISO14001 and ISO9001.Sound knowledge of state and federal environmental legislation, industry guidelines and best practices, including for vegetation and waterway management, soil erosion and sediment control, and contaminated land management.Demonstrated experience in the conduct of environmental risk assessments, site investigations, and reporting on environmental incidents.Ability to lead and conduct audits, prepare audit reports, and present audit findings.Research and analytical skills and the ability to develop documented work procedures.Good interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills to liaise with regulatory authorities and provide environmental advice to all levels of staff.Demonstrated ability to organise, prioritise work, and prepare project plans with minimum supervision.High level of computer literacy skills and experience with Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Access, PowerBI, PowerPoint, and Outlook, as well as Council's Business Management Systems.How to Apply Your application can be submitted through our website.
Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications, and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role.
We also require your resume and attached copies of any licences and qualifications as per the key requirements of the role.
For further information, review the Position Description on our website. Closing Date: 11.45pm, Wednesday 25 September 2024
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