We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Environmental Offsets Officer to join the Health, Climate and Conservation Branch within the Council.

You’ll be collaboratively managing the City’s environmental (vegetation) offsets program including the development and implementation of procedures, strategies and policies, supporting the delivery of on-ground projects ensuring delivery within agreed timeframes, budget and quality. You’ll also be providing strategic advice and management support to the Environmental Projects Coordinator, while mentoring and supporting the teams Environmental Projects Officers.

• You possess excellent negotiating skills and are not afraid to have challenging conversations with a diverse range of stakeholders
• You’re a strategic thinker who can identify and implement innovative leverage opportunities and help shape policy within the organisation and across the region.
• You’ll be collaborating and engaging with Local, State and Federal government authorities and other stakeholders to manage regionally significant environmental offset projects in line with broader organisational objectives.
• You have a knack for building positive relationships with a strategic network of practitioners, researchers, and decision-makers across SEQ.

Key indicators for success:

• A degree in environmental engineering, management, science, planning, or similar, or equivalent experience highly regarded.
• You’ve demonstrated experience in environmental offset policy, legislation and project planning and/or conservation/land management projects within an environmental function of similar size and scope.
• You’ve excellent strategic planning, policy, end-to-end program and project management skills, with the ability to develop and deliver concise procedures, business cases, project and change plans, for tangible outcomes and multiple benefits.
• This position has been identified as having a ‘Significant Risk’ of exposure to a disease preventable by vaccination. Therefore, it is a compulsory requirement of the position that the incumbent have the following vaccinations in accordance with the terms of The Australian Immunisation Handbook and Council's Worker Vaccination Management Directive.  Vaccines for this position currently include Hepatitis A and Tetanus.
• Open for rostered for after-hours duties, if required.

Why choose Logan City Council? 

We have a friendly, customer centric culture, supporting diverse and collaborative working relationships across the organisation, with a connection to purpose and community. 

In addition to being centrally located, Logan City Council has great benefits to help support your professional and personal growth including: 

• Salary from - Level 6 starts at $97,353 + superannuation.
• Accrue Additional Leave - Use your annual leave for when you want a break and accrue additional Christmas Leave throughout the year.
• Work-Life Balance - Full-time hours worked over a 9-day (72.5hr) fortnight, equating to an extra 22 days off each year!
• Flexible Work - We support work-life balance with flexible working arrangements.
• Health & Wellness - Access to our Logan Leisure Centres discounted membership and Fitness Passport Program for a healthier lifestyle. Look after your health with our Corporate BUPA discount.
• Salary Packaging – Why not look into the right vehicle lease for your needs?
• Professional Growth – Take advantage of ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Supportive Environment – Benefit from our Employee Assistance Program for your wellbeing.
• Convenience – Enjoy free onsite parking every day.
• Engage– Enjoy the benefits of our active social club and engage with colleagues.

Who we are and the community we serve

The City of Logan is entering an exciting new phase with big picture thinkers helping to shape our future. There’s purpose in our step and fresh energy in the air, with a focus on delivering exceptional service and value for money – with heart.

Here, neighbourly love is strong; environmental and business values run deep; and culture, heritage and diversity are in our DNA. The people of Logan are proud there are mavericks, makers and innovators who call this city home. We know our community and we care about them, when you join our Council, we want you to feel valued and understand how you are helping to shape the future of Logan.