From $79,563pa up to $98,418pa+ 12% superQld Local Government Industry Award (Stream A) - Level 3 to 5 of EBA5The appointed wage level will be dependent upon the successful candidate's level of experience, skills and qualifications.72.5 hour fortnightHybrid, flexible working environment, including some work from home days.Join City of Moreton Bay as a Biodiversity Planner and help shape and enhance our communities for today and tomorrow.
Our challenge is to protect and enhance our lifestyle, while sensitively planning for this anticipated growth.
Through the Corporate Plan 2022-2027, our Council has set the aspirational vision for how we want our region to look and feel 20 years from now - Our Moreton Bay.
Amazing Places.
Natural Spaces.
This vision is underpinned by goals to support biodiversity due to its importance to our communities and for ensuring a healthy environment and sustainable lifestyle.
Further, Council has adopted its Environment and Sustainability Strategy 2042, which provides a roadmap to guide the actions of Council and our communities to deliver our vision and the Our Healthy Environments goal and outcomes.
The Environment and Sustainability Policy and Planning Department sits within the Planning Directorate, part of the City Futures Group, and takes a lead role in developing the strategic environmental and sustainability policies, projects and plans to deliver healthy environments and sustainable outcomes.
Its functions are implemented across three branches including Sustainability Planning, Natural Hazards Planning and Biodiversity Planning.
Right now, we are looking for a Planner - Biodiversity to join the team.
As our Planner - Biodiversity, you will provide routine technical advice on environmental and biodiversity planning matters in accordance with legislative, policy and business requirements.
Additionally, you will:
undertake allocated planning activities to support the delivery of environmental and biodiversity outcomes and to meet the needs of the organisation and the community within our Cityconduct research and analysis and contribute to the preparation of strategic plans, costings, reports, and associated documents for a range of environmental and biodiversity planning projectslead and support the delivery of smaller, less complex environmental and biodiversity planning projects to achieve strategic and business outcomesAbout you We are seeking someone with knowledge and/or experience in either biodiversity planning, environmental planning, strategic planning, project management including relevant qualifications within those fields or similar.
You will have experience in providing technical advice on environmental and biodiversity planning matters, as well as support in the delivery of smaller, less complex environmental and biodiversity planning projects.
You will also have:
knowledge and experience in applying relevant federal, state, and local government legislation and environmental planning principles and practices.good research and analysis skills to prepare technical reports and documentation.excellent time management skills and the ability to manage conflicting priorities and meet deadlines.well-developed communication skills with an ability to communicate planning concepts and matters in a simple and concise manner and negotiate sustainable outcomes.What you do with your life matters.
It's the same with your career.
We're the third-largest council in Australia and one of the fastest-growing areas.
As Australia's newest city, we're building something that's never been done before: a new kind of city, inspired and empowered by a new kind of council.
This is your opportunity to develop skills and experience in a truly unique place, at a truly unique point in time.
At City of Moreton Bay, we're focused on the vital work we do today.
But we're also focused on the future.
On what can be – for our city, our Council and your career.
Here's what you'll love about a career with us:
See it. To build a city of the future, first, you have to see it.
The polycentric city we're building will bring greater prosperity, sustainability and affordability to our region.
This is your chance to contribute to something that's never been done before.Shape it. You'll get hands-on in a rewarding career, serving and strengthening our communities for today and tomorrow.
Our work is diverse, interesting and it matters – and it's yours to shape and own.Live it. Contribute to the city you and your family want to live in and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve.
And if you don't live here, you'll still find pride and connection in so many ways with our successful, resilient team.You'll also enjoy a range of other benefits:
Find a better work-life balance with a nine-day (72.5-hour) fortnight, plus a hybrid, flexible working environment with some work-from-home days.Advance your skills and career through our Study, Training and Research Scheme (STARS).Make your pay go further with salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations and our Fitness Passport Program.Get support when you and your family need it most with our 24/7 confidential counselling service, chaplaincy program, and Mates in Construction program.Our Caboolture and Strathpine offices have local parking on site and are close to public transport networks, making for an easy commute.Ready for a career that matters? Join City of Moreton Bay, and help shape our city of the future.
Click on the 'Apply Now' button below to complete your online application.
Please upload a current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements for this role.
You will also have the option to add a cover letter should you wish.
As part of the recruitment process, applicants will be required to undergo a National Criminal History Check.
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Live It. Advertised: 30 Oct 2024 Applications close: 12 Nov 2024 23:55
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