About the role

Support the efficient delivery of Council's environmental obligations and services with respect to statutory requirements, the ISO14001 Environmental Management System and ecologically sustainable development.

Key responsibilities

- Provide professional advice on environmental management, legislative requirements, and sustainability to Council and employees
- Liaise with the community, government agencies and relevant business and industry groups as required
- Assist with Council's internal and third-party quality and environmental audit processes
- Undertake assessment of ecological sustainability aspects of development applications in accordance with the Planning Act 2016 (Qld) and appropriate environmental legislations including the Environmental Protection Act 1994 (Qld)
- Conduct environmental assessments and assess compliance with relevant legislation and regulations
- Assist with the management of incidents and non-compliances in line with environmental authority conditions, relevant management plans, and related procedures
- Assist with the development, implementation, and certification of the Council's Environmental Management System in compliance with the ISO 14001:2015 standard
- Develop, delivery and evaluate environmental educational materials and presentations
- Undertake environmental inspections of Council's facilities, operations and projects as required
- Deliver projects/programs in accordance with Council and departmental goals

About you





- Queensland 'C' class driver's licence (minimum requirement – provisional licence)
- Tertiary qualifications in environmental science, environmental management, environmental engineering or natural resource management or other relevant discipline
- Relevant Environmental Science, Environmental Management or Environmental Policy experience
- High level of interpersonal, oral and written communication skills and report writing skills
- High standard of keyboard and computer skills including working knowledge of the MS Office suite of programs
- Demonstrated experience in the practical application of relevant legislation including the Environmental Protection Act 1994, Planning Act 2016 and relevant Regulations
- Ability to analyse legal document, research new initiatives and make recommendation of required outcomes
- Attention to detail, time management and problem-solving skills
- Proven ability to meet performance objectives and improve service delivery
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to EEO and WHS principles and practices

About us

Banana Shire Council is committed to promoting and striving for continuous improvement in all that we do, for the benefit and growth of the whole of our Shire. Our vision is the Shire of Opportunity, to improve the quality of life for our communities through the delivery of productive, effective and sustainable services and facilities.

📌 Environmental Sustainability Advisor (Biloela)
🏢 Banana Shire Council
📍 Biloela