Biodiversity Officer

WannonWater; Warrnambool; On-site; AUD 94,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace flexibility with hybrid work

Inclusive workplace culture

Zero Harm safety commitment

Health & Wellbeing program

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Wannon Water in Warrnambool seeks a Biodiversity Officer to protect and enhance the natural environment across the region. You will develop and deliver biodiversity and environmental management programs, including land and fire management and monitoring activities.

Collaborate with Traditional Owner groups, agencies and communities, providing specialist advice on biodiversity, regulatory requirements and environmental approvals, and support managers through training and guidance.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Farm or Natural Resource Management or related disciplines.
• Interest in environmental water, wetlands, waterways and natural resource management with working knowledge of biodiversity issues.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication and time management.
• Commitment to safety, accountability and high-quality environmental outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver biodiversity and environmental management programs, including land management, fire management and environmental monitoring activities.
• Work collaboratively with employees, Traditional Owner groups, regional partners, government agencies, industry and communities to promote best practice environmental management.
• Provide specialist advice on biodiversity, environmental management, regulatory requirements and environmental approvals, and support managers and employees through training and guidance.
• Manage environmental consultants and contractors, and coordinate the monitoring programs of our bore, recycled water sites and ocean outfalls.
• Build strong external relationships and identify opportunities for collaboration, knowledge sharing and funding, while reporting on environmental outcomes and progress.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Relationship building

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Safety commitment

Education

Environmental Engineering

Environmental Science

Natural Resource Management

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Job description

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Who we are looking for

We're looking for a passionate environmental professional to help protect and enhance the natural environment across our region. As our Biodiversity Officer, you'll use your expertise, practical approach and strong collaboration skills to help care for the lands and waterways that support our communities.

This is an ongoing full-time position based in Warrnambool with a generous salary of $94,275 to $102,499 p.a. plus superannuation.

Job Description

What you'll be doing

On a day-to-day basis, you'll:

• Develop and deliver ourbiodiversity and environmental management programs, including land management, fire management and environmental monitoring activities.
• Work collaboratively with employees, Traditional Owner groups, regional partners, government agencies, industry and communities to promote best practice environmental management.
• Provide specialist advice on biodiversity, environmental management, regulatory requirements and environmental approvals, and support managers and employees through training and guidance.
• Manage environmental consultants and contractors, and coordinate the monitoring programs of our bore, recycled water sites and ocean outfalls.
• Build strong external relationships and identify opportunities for collaboration, knowledge sharing and funding, while reporting on environmental outcomes and progress.

Desired Skills and Experience

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for someone with

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Farm or Natural Resource Management or other related disciplines.
• A genuine interest in environmental water, wetlands, waterways and natural resource management with demonstrated working knowledge of natural resource management and biodiversity issues.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement and relationship building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Strong verbal and written communication and excellent time management.
• A commitment to safety, accountability and high-quality outcomes for our people, our customers and the environment.

For further details, see the position description available here.

We look forward to hearing from you. if you have any questions, feel free to call Maddie Craven (Manager Operations Support & Projects) on 0455 841 689.

What we can offer

Putting people first comes naturally to us, and that includes the people we employ. You’ll have every opportunity to make the most of your talents, broaden your experiences and be rewarded for the great work you do.

You’ll be offered a range of great benefits including:

• Workplace flexibility with access to working arrangements such as hybrid work, flexible hours, purchased leave, monthly rostered days off and more.
• An inclusive workplace culture, which embraces diversity and the benefits it brings to the workplace and life.
• A leadership commitment to Zero Harm where the safety and wellbeing of our people and others is paramount.
• A Health & Wellbeing program, to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing, including our Employee Assistance Program for our people and their immediate families.
• Extensive learning and development opportunities and access to professional development through associations such as CPA, IWC, WSAA, VicWater, and more.

We're an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to creating and supporting an inclusive culture is reflected in our diverse mix of talented people who are passionate about delivering their best.

We welcome applications from everyone including people with a disability, job seekers of all ages, carers, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTI+ community, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Ready to find out about our employee benefits? Visit Our Careers page and discover more about us.

Reasonable Adjustments

We're here to support you through life's ups and downs. Whether you need adjustments during the recruitment process or at work, like flexible hours or accommodation for disabilities, we're here to help. We understand it can be daunting to share your needs, so feel free to reach out with any questions at [e-mail]. Your information will be kept completely confidential.