Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW? Working to protect the state's environment and heritage. Apply your environmental chemistry/biology/forensic science and leadership skills to help protect and restore the environment Ongoing full-time opportunity Lidcombe – hybrid working supported Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $153,138 to $164,031 super The Science and Insights Division of the NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water is currently seeking to appoint a 'Senior Team Leader – Environmental Forensics' to join our Environment Protection Science Branch. Reporting to the Director - Environment Protection Science, you will be responsible for the development and delivery of environmental chemistry and ecotoxicology programs in line with Departmental priorities. You will be part of the branch leadership team and work with the Director and other team leaders to shape the strategic priorities of the branch that support environmental protection and restoration. You will lead a team of 25 staff and oversee the operations of environmental chemistry and ecotoxicology laboratories, field investigations and research collaborations. About You You are passionate about developing and delivering science programs that protect and enhance the environment and will have experience in environmental chemistry/biology/forensic science. You are a strategic thinker with a strong commitment to engaging with and identifying stakeholder needs and developing programs to deliver relevant outcomes. You will have demonstrated experience in successfully leading high performing teams is critical. You have excellent communication, influencing and interpersonal skills with an ability to build impactful long term relationships. Essential Requirements Relevant scientific qualifications For more information read the full Role Description: Snr Team Leader Environmental Forensics For more information from LinkedIn hit Apply to visit the iworkfor.nsw.gov.au website. Who we are The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state's environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy. DCCEEW conserves and protects the state's natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations. DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry. We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment. To Apply If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role. Applications close Tuesday 9 July 2024 at 11:55PM. Should you require further information about the role please contact Warwick Dougherty via warwick.doughertyenvironment .nsw.gov.au or on 0439 404 246. A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months. Looking for more information or assistance in applying? Our Diversity team can assist to: provide alternative formats to apply make adjustments to the recruitment process offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks We encourage people with disability to apply. If you have disability and require more information on adjustments and assistance to apply, contact the Diversity team on DiversityDPIE.nsw.gov.au (please include reference number). If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out Our Mob on Country to see the work we do and get assistance in applying. Find us on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn. Find us here: https://www.facebook.com/nswdcceew http://www.instagram.com/nswdcceew https://twitter.com/nswdcceew http://www.youtube.com/nswdcceew https://www.linkedin.com/company/
