Natural Areas Project Officer (Internal Only)

• Fixed-term opportunity until April 2025
• Full-time position with a 38-hour working week

The Natural Areas Project Officer oversees the implementation of high-quality natural area and bush regeneration projects and associated works in collaboration with stakeholders. This involves performing a wide range of natural resource management and horticultural practices in line with set service levels including landscape works, recreational facilities maintenance and bush regeneration.

This position is responsible for the following tasks to deliver CN's Natural Areas works program:

• Provide high quality natural area and bush regeneration projects in collaboration with the Natural Areas team, contractors, volunteers and stakeholders.
• Prepare and deliver an annual works program for delivery of natural area and bush regeneration projects to meet budget requirements and timeframes.
• Prepare and manage scopes of work, tenders and contract documentation for delivery of high quality natural area and bush regeneration projects. Ensure ongoing monitoring, review and reporting on contract delivery.
• Assist with information and advice for natural resource management plans and strategies i.e. Bushland Plan of Management. Engage and consult with local communities and other stakeholders to assist in project delivery in the city’s natural areas, including responding to customer requests and complaints.
• Assist in coordinating events to educate and/or to encourage participation in bushland volunteer programs i.e. nature walks, planting days.
• Manage and supervise contractors and volunteer activities onsite and record and report through scope of works, photos, monthly reports, attendance records, WH&S and progress documentation.

This role also oversees the implementation of the Landcare Program including provision of support to Landcare groups, supervision of work activities and induction processes.

The essentials you’ll need:

• Tertiary qualifications in Conservation and Land Management or related area and/ or relevant experience deemed equivalent for the level required for the role.
• Experience in the developing scope of works / action plans and Vegetation Management Plan documentation for on ground activities.
• Demonstrated experience in managing natural area projects including utilisation of contractors, supervision of revegetation/regeneration contracts, efficient management of resources, procurement activities and budget management.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise and organise tasks effectively to deliver project outcomes within timeframes.
• Demonstrated knowledge of statutory requirements in natural areas. E.g. Local Government Act, Rural Fires Act, Biosecurity Act, Biodiversity Conservation Act, WHS and Equal Employment Opportunity.
• Demonstrated experience in working with volunteers, in addition to understanding material requirements to support their activities.
• Experience in compiling grant applications, project estimates, reporting and quoting.
• Class C NSW driver licence.
• Demonstrated high level verbal and written communication skills to be able to communicate to a broad range of audiences.

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Our people are valued and have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. These include flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities and health and wellbeing programs.

CN proudly promotes the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion to represent the community of our Local Government Area. All candidates will be assessed against the essential criteria outlined in the position description. Suitable candidates may be placed on an eligibility list for future identical positions for a period of 12 months.

We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!

If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruit@ncc.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 12 May 2024 11:59pm

Remuneration: $87,407.85 + 11% Superannuation per annum for a 38-hour week.

Contact: Petra Freeman, Natural Areas Coordinator - 02 4974 2141

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