Natural Areas Environment Officer

We are looking for a suitably qualified Natural Areas Environment Officer to join the team. You will be responsible for developing, coordinating, and implementing plans and strategies that contribute to the conservation of the natural environmental values of Glenorchy City, including planning, undertaking, and monitoring on-ground works. The role will also provide expert technical advice on natural environment matters to internal staff across the organisation, including the provision of strategy, procedural and planning advice as directed. The successful applicant will: Develop and review the Recreation and Environment Section’s Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs) Risk Assessments (RA), and Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) to ensure compliance with relevant legislation Support Council’s Natural Areas Engagement Officer and the Environmental Volunteer Program Provide strategic environmental input into Planning Scheme amendmentsQualifications required: Authorised officer under the Weed Management Act Authorised officer of Wellington ParkPosition Hours: Full-Time, 75 hours fortnight. Salary range: $75,459.94 to $84,927.92 plus superannuationFor further information on this position, contact Jasmine Young, Recreation & Environment Coordinator on (03) 6216 6800.GCC Employee benefits: 14.5% superannuation (OTE) 9 day fortnight (RDO) with full time positions Glenorchy City Council’s Enterprise Agreement 2021 Free parking Corporate Banking Benefits Corporate discounts on gym membership Corporate offers on Private Health Insurance Flexible Working Arrangements Paid Maternity Leave Learning & Development opportunities Annual wage increases Mind Body Spirit Committee (Values, Health & Wellbeing, Social functions) Access to Employee Assistance Program services Low interest personal loans (Local Government Association of Tasmania)How to apply: Applications for this position must be lodged on this site or on the Glenorchy City Council website www.gcc.tas.gov.au - Careers page. To be considered for this role, all applicants must: Address the key selection criteria in the Position Description Provide a current Resume A national Police check, health assessment and reference checks will be requested and organised by Council prior to employment.Applications close at 8pm on Sunday, 14 April 2024Position Description