Biodiversity & Biosecurity Projects Lead — Flexible, Impactful

Strathfield Municipal Council; Strathfield; Sur place; AUD 81 000 - 99 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible work policy (Agile)

35-hour week with compressed four-day–

Learning & development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport Program

Health & Wellbeing Reimbursement

Quarterly staff events

Generous leave entitlements

Résumé du poste

Strathfield Council in Sydney’s Inner West is seeking an Environmental Projects Officer – Biodiversity and Biosecurity to lead biodiversity initiatives across the community.

You will work with residents, groups, agencies and internal teams to promote conservation, strengthen biosecurity practices and deliver tangible environmental outcomes. The role offers a 35-hour week and Agile Work options.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the environment and sustainability field, including project, grants, and contract management and delivery of sustainability initiatives, policies and plans.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including interagency and community consultation, conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated a high level of organisational skills to manage multiple tasks, exercise initiative and meet targets.

Responsabilités

• Lead biodiversity and biosecurity programs, projects and initiatives
• Coordinate biosecurity inspections, surveillance and investigations
• Monitor compliance and take appropriate regulatory action, including issuing notices, orders and infringement penalties where required
• Develop and deliver community education programs focused on biosecurity, weed management and environmental conservation
• Provide advice to residents, businesses and stakeholders on biodiversity and biosecurity requirements
• Manage grants, procurement processes, tenders and contractor relationships
• Build strong partnerships with community groups, government agencies and environmental organisations
• Contribute to biodiversity and biosecurity policies, plans and operational frameworks
• Prepare program reporting and monitor outcomes against targets
• Represent Council at relevant forums, committees and stakeholder meetings.

Connaissances

Interpersonal skills

Grant administration

Community engagement

Project management

Formation

Environmental Science / Sustainability / Environmental Management / Ecology

Description du poste

Directorate: Planning & Environment
Team: Resilience, Compliance & Commercial
Employment Status: Permanent, full-time
Employment Arrangement: 35 hours per week with access to Council’s Agile Work Policy

Position Number: POS 113
Salary Range:

• Base Salary: From $90,363.00 (Grade 14, Step 1) per annum
• Plus: 12% superannuation
• Total Package: $101,206.56 per annum

The successful candidate will have access to step increases for the grade based on competency assessment and tenure within this position.

About Strathfield Council

Strathfield Council is a dynamic, medium-sized Council located in Sydney’s Inner West. Covering an area of approximately 14 square kilometres, we proudly serve a vibrant and growing community of around 46,000 residents, with population projections set to exceed 60,000 by 2041.

We are committed to delivering high-quality services, driving community initiatives, and building a thriving, sustainable future for our residents.

The Opportunity

Strathfield Council is seeking a motivated Environmental Projects Officer – Biodiversity and Biosecurity to join our team.

In this role, you will lead environmental projects and initiatives that protect and enhance biodiversity across our community. You will work closely with residents, community groups, government agencies and internal teams to promote environmental conservation, strengthen biosecurity practices and deliver meaningful environmental outcomes.

You will lead with professionalism and integrity while actively promoting and living our PROUD Values—People First, Respect, Opportunity, Unity, and Dedication—contributing to a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead and deliver biodiversity and biosecurity programs, projects and initiatives
• Coordinate biosecurity inspections, surveillance and investigations
• Monitor compliance and take appropriate regulatory action, including issuing notices, orders and infringement penalties where required
• Develop and deliver community education programs focused on biosecurity, weed management and environmental conservation
• Provide advice to residents, businesses and stakeholders on biodiversity and biosecurity requirements
• Manage grants, procurement processes, tenders and contractor relationships
• Build strong partnerships with community groups, government agencies and environmental organisations
• Contribute to biodiversity and biosecurity policies, plans and operational frameworks
• Prepare program reporting and monitor outcomes against targets
• Represent Council at relevant forums, committees and stakeholder meetings.

Essential Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Environmental Management, Ecology or a related discipline
• Proven experience in the environment and sustainability field, including project, grants, and contract management and delivery of sustainability initiatives, policies and plans
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including interagency and community consultation, conflict resolution and negotiation skills
• Demonstrated experience in grant administration and reporting
• Experience in the design, implementation and management of community engagement programs
• Demonstrated a high level of organisational skills to manage multiple tasks, exercise initiative and meet targets
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings, when required
• Current Class C Drivers Licence.

Desirable

• Demonstrated experience in delivering a priority or biodiversity program, preferably in a public sector setting.

Why Work With Us

At Strathfield Council, you will enjoy a supportive workplace that values balance, growth, and wellbeing. Benefits include:

• Flexible work arrangements through our Agile Work Policy
• 35-hour working week with options for a compressed four-day week
• Generous learning and development opportunities
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program
• Access to the Fitness Passport Program
• Health & Wellbeing Reimbursement Program
• Regular staff engagement events, including quarterly Roadshow lunches.
• Generous leave entitlements under the Local Government (State) Award (NSW).

Click here for more details about our staff benefits and Click here to view Council’s Agile Work Policy.

Position Description

Click here to review the full position description for this role.

How to Apply

To submit your application online:

1. Complete your details and answer the application questions.
2. Attach the following documents in PDF format:

• Cover letter addressing the selection criteria
• Current resume

For questions about the role, please contact our People & Culture team at [e-mail].

Applications via email will not be accepted.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Thursday 1 October 2026.