This is a 6 month fixed term position on a part time basis working 21 hours per week Monday – Wednesday. This position is located at the Nowra Administration Building, 36 Bridge Rd Nowra.

Duties
Reporting directly to the Biodiversity Coordinator, the focus of this position is to:

Assess development proposals and provide advice to Council staff in relation to biodiversity.
Undertake field survey.
Review reports from external consultants.
Undertake environmental assessments including reviews of environmental factors.
Provide technical assistance for other matters requiring environmental assessment.
Give presentations to Council staff and community groups as required.
Liaise with other Council staff to maintain relevant biodiversity databases.
Provide environmental education on threatened species and biodiversity to the community.
Liaise and negotiate with state government agencies and the private sector on matters relating to biodiversity.
Provide mentoring and coaching to trainees, and volunteers

Skills & Experience
To be successful in the position, you will possess:

Degree in one of the natural sciences (or a related discipline) with demonstrated advanced knowledge of ecological processes.
Demonstrated ability to assess the impact to biodiversity of development applications.
Demonstrated ability to interpret relevant environmental legislation.
Competent in fauna and flora field inventory and survey.
Competent in environmental impact assessment.
Class C Driver’s Licence.

About Shoalhaven City Council
Shoalhaven City Council is a dynamic organisation serving a large and diverse community; limitless opportunity exists for an exciting and rewarding career. The Shoalhaven is located just 2 hours from Sydney and 2.5 hours from Canberra. The Shoalhaven is home to 104,000 people and comprises of 49 unique towns and villages. It is a place of great natural beauty and offers an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance.

Benefits
We are committed to creating a positive culture and strong team environment, and offer a range of benefits:

Generous Leave Entitlements
Long Service Leave After 5 Years
9 Day Fortnight for Outdoor Staff
Flexitime for Indoor Staff
Remote Working Arrangements
Fitness Passport
Novated Lease Arrangements
Discounted Private Health Insurance
Training and Development Programs

How to Apply
You will be required to submit an online application by attaching your resume (please ensure you submit in Word or PDF format) and respond to questions regarding general information about you.

In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.

For more information on the application process, please visit how to apply on Councils website.

At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
Please list the relevant qualifications and experience you hold.
Briefly describe your experience interpreting and applying relevant legislation such as the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act (1979).
Briefly describe your experiences using geographical information systems.

Contact: Ben Coddington – Biodiversity Coordinator – 02 4429 3514

Applications Close: Sunday 8 September 2024 (at Midnight)

Shoalhaven City Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to embracing diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds.

Shoalhaven City Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of children and young people and are committed to providing a safe workplace.

When your application has been submitted completely, you will receive a confirmation email.