AddressABOUT COUNCIL
Our Vision
“Shire of Opportunity”
To improve the quality of life for our communities through the delivery of efficient, effective and sustainable services and facilities.
Our Mission
Our Council is committed to promoting and striving for continuous improvement in all that we do, for the benefit and growth of the whole of our Shire.
Our Values
- Advocacy for our people
- Effective and responsive leadership
- Integrity and mutual respect
- Honesty, equity and consistency in all aspects of Council’s operations
- Quality of service to our citizens
- Work constructively together, in the spirit of teamwork
- Sustainable growth and development
GENERAL POSITION INFORMATION
To ensure compliance with statutory legislation and Local Laws, and to maintain and provide strategic direction for Council’s Environmental Management System.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Advise on environmental management and sustainability to Council and employees
- Respond promptly and professionally to internal customers
- Implement and review environment and risk management systems and methods to ensure completion of works to current and relevant standards
- Participate in Councils internal quality audit processes
- Assess the ecological sustainability aspects of development applications in accordance with the Planning Act and appropriate environmental legislation
- Conduct Desktop and environmental assessments and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and legislation
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of Councils procedures and systems in line with Council’s Quality Systems guidelines
- Design, deliver and evaluate environmental educational materials and presentations
- Liaise with the community, government agencies and relevant business and industry groups as required
- Undertake routine administrative tasks as required by the position e.g., timesheets
- Assist senior staff to continuously improve work processes and develop new practices as required
- Participate in training, exercises and response to disaster management and recovery as required
- Undertake other relevant duties as directed, consistent with skills, competence and training.
TO APPLY
Submit the following documentation via email or in person:
- Application for Employment
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Copies of any relevant Qualification/Tickets/Licences are required to be submitted (please also include details in the application form)
Your Cover Letter should outline qualifications, education and licences as well as abilities, skills and knowledge found on page two of the Position Description. Ensure you provide relevant examples where you have demonstrated your ability to perform the duties and responsibilities required in the Position Description.
Email: enquiries@banana.qld.gov.au
In person: Banana Shire Council Admin Office, 62 Valentine Plains Road, Biloela
