Job Description

Group Manager Environment and Regulatory Services

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At PMHC every employee plays a part in ensuring we work together to achieve positive outcomes for our community. To help us achieve this we are seeking a progressive, energetic leader to drive excellence in our Environment & Regulatory Services Group.As Group Manageryou will oversee a team of 38 professional and field staff and play a vital role in the leadership team of the Community Planning and Environment Division.

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On a day-to-day basis, this role will:

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- Lead the strategic direction and day-to-day operations of the Environment & Regulatory Services Group.
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- Provide oversight to the following council services through your team Managers and Coordinators; Natural Resources, Sustainability, Environmental, Environmental Health, Development Compliance, Ranger and Animal services
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- Ensure compliance with legislation and safety standards while promoting a safety-first culture among the team.
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- Manage service delivery within budgetary constraints.
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- Foster a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement through effective leadership and mentorship, ensuring operational excellence in environmental and regulatory services.
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The Environment and Regulatory
n Services team is passionate about delivering what we say we will to our
n community to meet their needs now and into the future. Our immediate priorities




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n key environmental strategies including the Biodiversity Management Action Plan
n and Urban Canopy Plan, and meeting the regulatory demands of one of the fastest
n growing regions in NSW.

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To succeed in this role you will have:

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- Relevant degree level qualifications in Environmental Management, Environmental Science or Environmental Health or an equivalent combination of skills and experience.
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- Demonstrated experience in a senior leadership role including managing, coaching and developing teams.
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- Highly developed oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with demonstrated stakeholder engagement and community consultation experience.
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- Experience in driving continuous improvement and innovation to enhance service delivery.
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- Proven ability to deliver customer-focused services, assess complex issues, and support evidence-based decision-making, integrating sustainability and resilience considerations into planning and operations.
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Remuneration and Benefits

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Employment Type: Full time, Permanent 35 hours per
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Starting salary in the range of $220k - $230k (inclusive of superannuation)

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Option of leaseback or vehicle allowance

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Relocation assistance is available for candidates moving to the region

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- Flexible work arrangements - hybrid working and flexi-time
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📌 Group Manager Environment and Regulatory Services (Port Macquarie)
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