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SalaryWho is WaterNSW?
WaterNSW is a critical part of the water supply chain in NSW, supplying two-thirds of water used across the state. We are also custodians of one of the biggest land holdings in NSW, with many having significant natural and cultural heritage values.
Why we are recruiting
In line with our commitment to a nature positive future as part of our recently launched ESG strategy, WaterNSW is looking for an enthusiastic and ambitious environmental specialist to play a pivotal role in the identification and delivery of strategic environmental programs which benefit people and nature with a focus on biodiversity preservation and enhancement, nature-based carbon removals and climate resilience.
Our perks and benefits
At WaterNSW we believe that our employees should be as well taken care of as our critical natural and man-made assets, which is why we offer a load of benefits including:
- Salary range starting from $144,550 + 11% Super + performance payment
- Flexible working and choice of location
- 9-day fortnight at full pay
- Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
- Option to purchase additional 4-weeks annual leave
- An additional public holiday – Agreement Day
- Discounted access to gyms and pools across NSW
- Discounts on Apple, Microsoft and Lenovo products
- Salary sacrifice and packaging
- Professional development and educational assistance
This is a unique opportunity to:
- Lead the development and implementation of policies and programs relating to environmental and landuse strategies, programs and initiatives.
- Provide strategic and specialist advice on Environmental Strategy and management to internal and external stakeholders.
- Be an advocate for a natural capital approach, actively building and sharing your knowledge, skills, and capabilities to advance WaterNSW’s environmental strategies, programs and initiatives.
- Integrate biodiversity, carbon sequestration and climate resilience into land management activities.
- Identify opportunities to use Nature-Based Solutions for climate change mitigation and adaptation.
- Monitor, maintain and report on environmental projects and programs;
- Implement nature-based solutions working with our first national people and the broader community.
- Identify and manage risks and opportunities under TNFD.
- A minimum 7 years relevant experience with tertiary qualifications in an environmental related discipline (science, economics, planning, management, ecology, sustainability).
- Demonstrated experience in managing projects and programs, including planning, budgeting, monitoring, reporting and impact evaluation.
- Demonstrated experience in multi-stakeholder engagement, consultation and partnership development.
- Demonstrated experience in managing and overseeing external biodiversity and ecological service providers and rehabilitation contractors.
- Experience in provision of expert technical and strategic advice to inform long term planning.
- Highly developed written and verbal communication and presentation skills
- Experience in natural capital measurement and accounting.
- Experience in nature and biodiversity as applied to corporate strategy, disclosures, policy and/or initiative design, including topics such as corporate biodiversity policy, TNFD and Science-based targets for nature.
At WaterNSW, we embrace the opportunity to integrate work into our life by having full ownership of our work week. We value getting the job done rather than looking at your work hours.
We are proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer and are committed to providing equal opportunities for women. Visit our WORK180 page to access our benefits and career development opportunities
More about our team/ culture
We communicate openly and honestly while maintaining respect for each other. This means we get things done. We understand that everyone is different, and this is what we value as part of our inclusive culture.
For more information, please reach out to: Talent Acquisition Partner Azmine Amer at azmine.amer@waternsw.com.au
Please note applications for this position will close on 26 January 2024.
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