Senior Coordinator Environmental Services

Blacktown is a vibrant city located in the very heart of Greater Sydney, halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. It is a city of ambition and excitement. With a total of 54 residential suburbs, and population of 435,000 coming from more than 180 different birthplaces, Blacktown City is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.

Working in Blacktown City provides a wealth of professional opportunities. Blacktown City Council is the largest council in New South Wales, 4th largest in Australia and a leader in the development of the western Sydney region. With almost unmatched growth expected over the next 25 years, we are on an exciting journey of transformation to prepare for a population of more than 644,000. There has never been a more exciting time to join one of Sydney’s most dynamic and high-performing councils as we continue to deliver outstanding levels of service for our proud and diverse community and prepare our great city for the future.

Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

About the opportunity

Blacktown City is one of the largest and fastest growing councils in Australia, this permanent, full-time role is primarily responsible for the implementation and activation of our conservation, restoration and enhancement of our environment, including reducing the impacts of climate change.

The purpose of this position is to coordinate and support the implementation of projects, strategies, policies, guidelines and procedures. An ideal candidate will use our monitoring systems to measure and report environmental outcomes and facilitate continuous improvement. We are seeking an experienced professional who can develop and deliver projects relating to sustainability and renewable opportunities within the city and for community. 

Qualifications and experience

Essential:

• Relevant degree qualification in environmental sustainability or similar field
• Extensive relevant Local Government experience and/or sound knowledge of and experience in current environmental sustainability issues and extensive experience in the development of strategies and policies related to the environmental field of work
• Demonstrated experience in an environmental management role including climate change management
• Demonstrated capability in the management of complex projects
• Proven experience in developing strategic environmental and sustainability policy
• Current class C driver's licence.

Desirable:

• Proven project management and negotiation skills
• Demonstrated leadership, analytical and problem solving skills
• Proven team leadership capability and ability in assisting development of other team members
• Strong investigation and analysis skills for corporate environmental reporting and efficiencies projects development
• Post graduate degree in environmental sustainability or similar field.

Remuneration and benefits

The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council’s Enterprise Agreement.

• Entry level for this position starts at $2,172.61 per week
• 35-hour working week
• Leaseback vehicle
• Opportunity to participate in Council's flextime arrangement
• Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 11.5% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.

Our commitment to safety

Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.

We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.

Position description 

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Apply now using our fast and easy-to-use online application process:

1. Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach.
2. Have a personal email address ready to use and complete your application without 'logging out' of the system.
3. Review the questions and decide on your responses before commencing your application.

Closing date:            Friday 20 September 2024, 11.59 pm   

Contact officer:        Kevin Turner on 9839 6123
 
Internal ref :              BCC1105