Biosecurity Officer (Weeds)

"YOU COULD MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE"

Primary Work Location: Erina NSW 

• Work in the great outdoors while using your specialist skills in biosecurity weed management
• Work/Life Balance - 9 day fortnight 
• Permanent Full Time + Tool of Trade Commuter Use Vehicle

Central Coast Council is committed to the goals of equal opportunity employment. We aim to provide a work environment for our employees that fosters equity, diversity and respect.

Council is committed to providing safe environments that protect the physical, emotional, cultural and social wellbeing of children on the Central Coast.

Ideally located on the northern fringe of Sydney and just an hour's drive from Newcastle, the Central Coast offers one of the best places in Australia to live and work. 

Today the Central Coast is one of the fastest growing regions in NSW, with the third largest Local Government Area (LGA) in NSW and the 6th Largest LGA in Australia.

This role will see you in taking the lead in the management of invasive weeds on Council managed land with a focus on bushland and wetland natural assets.

You will investigate and assess potential biosecurity risks and then apply appropriate management techniques, liaising with the NSW Department of Primary Industry and other government agencies as needed in relation to weed management and identification. You will support the Biosecurity (Pest Animals) Officers in the management of pest animals and other organisms when required.  You will also manage enquires, provide advice and develop and implement management approaches for invasive weeds.  

This position is required to provide quality customer service and create value for the community.

Key activities of this role include:

• Undertaking the overall implementation of the Biosecurity Act in relation to weeds within the LGA including the inspection of properties and issuing of notices
• Develop, implement and review Weed Strategy and Priority Weeds Policy and plans
• Provide technical assistance regarding chemicals including the safe use of herbicides/ pesticides and general weed identification and control

About you:

• You have a high level of experience in the identification of plants, and are able to protect against weed infestations using your experience in weed management
• You enjoy working outdoors and creating a sustainable environment where natural plants can thrive
• You enjoy sharing your knowledge and expertise, while also learning from others
• Having a work/life balance is important to you.

About us:

• We are a large organisation delivering a wide variety of services to our local community
• You will be joining a team of Environmental professionals who excel at what they do
• We offer a supportive work environment with opportunities for career development
• We provide opportunities to collaborate with subject matter experts from a variety of areas across the organisation.

What we offer:

• Weekly pay cycle
• Generous leave provisions: 20 days paid Annual Leave, 15 days Sick Leave/Carers Leave, Health and Wellbeing Leave, Long Service Leave after 5 years, Additional purchased leave, Parental Leave – 18 weeks full pay/36 weeks ½ pay, Paternity Leave - 2 weeks
• Novated leasing
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to employees and their families
• Fitness Passport – access to gyms across the Central Coast and Newcastle
• Health and wellbeing programs – skin cancer screening, Breastscreen, Flu vaccination, blood donations
• Recognition of service
• Professional Development opportunities
• Individual career development and learning opportunities
• Reward & Recognition programs.

Please refer to the position description for detailed information on the position and required skills and experience.

This role provides a commencing salary range of between $82.9k to $99.5k per annum dependent on skills and experience + 11% superannuation. 

A 9 day fortnight work-cycle currently applies to this role.

Successful candidates may be required to undertake a course of vaccinations against Hepatitis A and B and Tetanus or demonstrate their immunity.

Enquiries: Larry Melican, Section Manager Natural Assets and Biodiversity on ph:0418 216 *** 

If you are deaf, hearing or speech impaired, you can contact us through the National Relay Service TTY call 133 677 or Speak & Listen 1300 555 727.

Closing Date:  Applications close at midnight on Sunday, 18 February 2024

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HOW TO APPLY

Thank you for your interest in the position.

For more information on applying for a role with Central Coast Council please click on the following link: https://www.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/council/about-council/careers-and-volunteering/applying-position

Apply now using our fast, easy to use on-line application process. 

Don't have access to a computer or electronic device? Applications can be lodged at any of Council's Library locations. Pre-book a free 1 hour computer timeslot by contacting your nearest library https://www.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/libraries/our-branches or ask at the enquiry counter.

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You will have the ability to save your application as you go using the 'Save Application' button. You can start an application and return to it later via the automatic follow-up email once you have the time and required information at hand to finally submit your application.  

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To lodge your application, please follow the below steps:

Step 1:  Answer the on-line questions shown below. Please ensure that you provide as much detail as possible in response to the questions asked.

Step 2:  Attach your resume 

Step 3:  Attach your qualifications and licences

Once your application is successfully lodged you will receive an automated response sent to your e-mail address. If a response is not received this means that your application has not been successfully submitted and you will need to lodge another application.

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I also acknowledge that I will be required to provide proof of eligibility (including photo identification) to work in Australia if selected for an interview.

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