Biosecurity Coordinator

About the role
This is a permanent, full-time, Monday to Friday 9.00 am to 5.00 pm position working 35 hours per week. This position is located at the Bomaderry Works Depot, 2 McIntyre Way, Bomaderry.

The advertised salary is based on the grade of the position, comprising 4 steps within the range shown. The starting salary is at Step 1 within the grade. Progression through the salary steps shall be based upon the achievement of performance objectives relating to the position.

Duties
Reporting directly to the Lead – Land Management, the focus of this position is to:

• Manage the private property inspection program to ascertain the level of weed infestation and make recommendations to control infestations.
• Determine the need for legal action in accordance with the Biosecurity Act (2015).
• Issue Weed Control Notices or Penalty Notices to ensure that weed control activities are carried out.
• Develop and implement Council’s weed and pest control programs for land under the care, control and management of Council as requested by relevant Council asset custodians.
• Prepare and maintain Council’s Pesticide Notification Plan and input to Council’s Biosecurity website pages including notifications of proposed pesticide use.
• Prepare and implement public education programs including organising media releases/publicity, concerning weeds and pests, their spread and control methods.
• Prepare grant applications to obtain supplementary funds for the control of weeds, including liaising with other coastal Councils to potentially develop funding applications for the control of priority weeds and pests on a regional basis.
• Prepare reports relating to the expenditure of grant funds and weed control activities carried out by Council on an annual basis.

Skills & Experience
To be successful in the position, you will be/ possess:

• Degree in Biosecurity, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Horticulture or Agriculture, or equivalent.
• Extensive relevant experience in the management of pest plants and animals.
• Current Class C Driver’s Licence
• Industry experience in dealing with vegetation and/or pest animal management using pesticides, biological controls and other methods.
• Demonstrated knowledge, experience and understanding of a risk management approach to vegetation and/or pest animal management involving the use of chemicals.
• Experience in the use of computer software and user level database management.
• Experience in managing staff.

Please refer to attached Job Description for further criteria.

About Shoalhaven City Council
Shoalhaven City Council is a dynamic organisation serving a large and diverse community; limitless opportunity exists for an exciting and rewarding career. The Shoalhaven is located just 2 hours from Sydney and 2.5 hours from Canberra. The Shoalhaven is home to 104,000 people and comprises of 49 unique towns and villages. It is a place of great natural beauty and offers an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance.

Benefits
We are committed to creating a positive culture and strong team environment, and offer a range of benefits:

• Generous Leave Entitlements
• Long Service Leave After 5 Years
• 9 Day Fortnight for Outdoor Staff
• Flexitime for Indoor Staff
• Remote Working Arrangements
• Fitness Passport
• Novated Lease Arrangements
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Training and Development Programs

How to Apply
You will be required to submit an online application by attaching your resume (please ensure you submit in Word or PDF format) and respond to questions regarding general information about you.

In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.

For more information on the application process, please visit how to apply on Councils website.

1. At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
2. Please list the relevant qualifications and experience you hold.
3. Briefly describe your experience supervising and supporting teams, how do you approach leadership tasks?
4. Briefly describe your experience interpreting and applying relevant legislation such as the Local Government Act 1993, Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, NSW Threatened Species Conservation Act, Protection of the Environment Operations Act.

Contact:  Peter Swanson– Lead – Land Management 02 4429 3***

Applications Close: Sunday, 14 April 2024 (at midnight)

Shoalhaven City Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to embracing diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds.

When your application has been submitted completely, you will receive a confirmation email.