AddressOur Business
Working at TasWater is not just a job; it is an opportunity to deliver social, environmental, and economic benefits for Tasmania today, and tomorrow.
Our talented workforce of over 980 employees keeps Tasmania thriving by providing exceptional water and sewerage services to over 460,000 customers every day.
We have a bold and ambitious future, inspired by our vision to unlock water’s full potential, and centred on our customers and communities, our people and partners, the environment, and our collective water future.
Over the coming 5 years we are investing $1.5 billion to ensure a safe and secure water future for a growing Tasmania, and will we make great steps towards our aspirations of net zero carbon emissions, and towards zero waste. Visit our website or YouTube channel to learn more.
This Opportunity
As an Environmental Scientist at TasWater you will oversee, monitor and report on environmental policies, strategies and plans, as well as legislative and regulatory requirements, to minimise environmental harm and maximise system performance.
Key Accountabilities
The experience that will help you succeed in this role will be;
- Act as primary regional contact for ongoing technical advice regarding sewerage system environmental compliance
- Liaise with EPA technical specialists
- Manage investigations into environmental incidents and non-compliances
- Provide scientific advice and direction to other divisions and to assist in business case development
- Report on sewerage system performance, trends and compliance to internal and external stakeholders
For a full copy of this position description, please visit our website.
The Details
This is a permanent full-time position that is based in Launceston and offers hybrid working arrangements and flexibility in working hours so you can do the things that matter to you.
The position attracts a total remuneration package of $93,000 – $103,000 per annum (including superannuation).
Your application must include a resume and a detailed cover letter that tells us about:
- Why you are interested in this role.
- Your qualifications in environmental science or a similar field
- Your experience in written communication skill, in particular the ability to write professional and scientific reports.
If you want to learn more about this role please connect with George Fitzgibbon – Senior Environmental Scientist - Sewerage on 0422 693 *** or if you need assistance in applying, please contact Esther Cooper – Talent Acquisition Partner on 0448 335 ***
Applications close at 10am on Wednesday 15th May 2024.
Why TasWater?
Across our multi-disciplinary organisation, we are serious about enhancing the skills and careers of our team members. When you join TasWater, you join company that offers career development pathways, training courses and access to subject matter experts.
We are continuing to build an inclusive workplace and workforce that truly represents the Tasmanian community that we serve. We value diversity in all its many forms and welcome a range of perspectives and identities to enrich the way we work and what we do.
We take pride in being acknowledged as an employer of choice for women by WORK180. To view our benefits and policies, such as 18 weeks paid parental leave for all parents regardless of tenure and with full superannuation contributions please visit our website. We’re continuing to work on future benefits through a dedicated Employee Experience team.
