Natural Resource Management Officer

• Full time, monthly RDO
• Committed and friendly team
• Great work culture

If you have a passion for ensuring effective management of our Natural Resources and building awareness of sustainable practices to protect our environment for the future, we want to hear from you!

The Shire of Capel is located in the South West, halfway between Bunbury and Busselton. We are nestled between the beach and the forest and are one of the fastest growing coastal Shires in Australia. At the Shire we value Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork which underpin the way we work with our elected members, the community and each other.

As our Natural Resource Management Officer (NRMO) you will provide specialist advice, guidance and leadership to our Shire and the community regarding best practice management of Natural Resources and environmental issues, coordinate and participate in NRM programs and projects and lead the management of contaminated sites.

Your flexible and friendly communication style will support you in engaging with and educating our community regarding NRM, and your professional, dedicated approach will enable you to build productive relationships with staff and stakeholders to achieve organisational objectives.

The rewards:

As part of our team, you will enjoy:

• Flexibility and support
• Investment in you and your career
• An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected
• A strong focus on employee wellbeing and safety
• Full time, 19 day month
• Base annual salary circa $80,000 per annum dependent on skills, experience, and qualifications
• Annual leave loading of 17.5%
• Up to 14% Shire superannuation contribution
• Employee benefits program offering a wide range of discounts

We embrace diversity and encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to join us in servicing our community for the future. 

To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate:

• Behaviour that positively demonstrates the Shire’s HEART of: Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork
• Experience and /or qualifications in Environmental Science 
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Experience in reserve management, and preparation and assessment of clearing permits
• Skilled in grant application, funding management and report writing
• Proficient computer skills

Knowledge of water quality/testing, plant species, weed control methods and NRM practices for the south west region, as well as experience with management and rehabilitation of contaminated sites will be highly regarded.

Applicants who need assistance with their application or wish to discuss any potential barriers that may prevent them from applying are encouraged to contact Organisational Development on 9727 0222 to discuss. 

Further position related enquiries can be directed to Josh Connah, Acting Manager Operations or Organisational Development on 9727 0222.   

Applications close

9.00am on Monday 27 May 2024.

We will review applications as they are received and may commence interviewing prior to the application close date. We reserve the right to close this position for applications early should a suitable candidate be found.