Team Leader Environment & Biodiversity

The City of Clarence is a mix of urban, rural and coastal communities and villages, enterprises and environments. Our city offers an enviable lifestyle set within some of the most picturesque natural assets within Tasmania. We are a growing city and a dynamic organisation. his is the opportunity to positively impact the sustainable development of our city.
We are seeking an experienced and knowledgeable person to join us as Team Leader Environment and Biodiversity. We would be thrilled to hear from you if you are enthusiastic and effective in leading teams, with a demonstratable ability to engage and facilitate effective relationships with a range of stakeholders.
This role will enhance, protect and manage the natural environment and prioritise biodiversity values in Clarence by leading and supporting the Environment and Biodiversity team to coordinate the strategic planning, management and maintenance of natural areas and delivery of high-quality environmental projects
About you

• Tertiary qualifications in environmental management, conservation and land management and/or a related discipline, as well as extensive relevant job-related experience.
• Significant experience and knowledge in the strategic planning and management of priority biodiversity values, environmental monitoring, and natural resource management techniques, including fire management.
• Experience in effective leading and managing teams, creating a positive team environment, to achieve service levels and set outcomes for the Infrastructure & Natural Assets group.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and facilitate effective relationships with a range of stakeholders, including NRM organisations, land care volunteers, state agencies, and all levels of the organisation.
• Project management skills including, demonstrated ability in complex problem solving, time management, networking, communication, planning, creative thinking and negotiation.

What we offer you
A base salary between $99,024.15 and $104,916.60 will be negotiated with the preferred candidate + 12.5% superannuation and a 19-day month. A guaranteed 2.5% salary increase applies to this salary (or CPI) in July 2024.
Council offers training to support your professional development and strong career growth, the opportunity to purchase additional leave, 12 days of personal leave per year, salary continuance insurance and a superb work life balance - plus many other benefits. nrmjobs.com.au/job/20020644
Date published:
30-Jan-2024
Closing date:
20-Feb-2024