A great lifestyle in a treasured environment, this is life at PSC!

The opportunity

Our Natural Systems team have a 12-month parental leave opportunity available for commencement from June 2025, for an Environmental Planning Team Leader. 

As the Environmental Planning Team Leader, you will play a critical role in overseeing and guiding the environmental planning process in the provision of specialised biodiversity and environmental advice to Council in relation to Development Applications, Planning Proposals and Capital Works Projects to ensure compliance with relevant regulations. 

You will also provide input to State Significant Projects and other various Council environmental strategies and projects. The role is heavily focused on biodiversity assessment, with the critical review of BDARs an essential part of the role.

• This is a contract opportunity – working full-time 35 hours / week + access to a flexible working arrangement
• Base Salary Range: $96,545 to $113,583 pa based on 35 hours / week + 11.5% superannuation + $18,619.29 motor vehicle allowance + $2,312 retention allowance 
• You will be working from PSC Administration Building, Raymond Terrace

Some of the key responsibilities within this role are listed below however you can view the full list here – view the position description.

• Deliver high-quality planning services.
• Support and mentor the Biodiversity Assessment Officer.  
• Provide leadership and advice on Development Applications and Planning Proposals in respect to biodiversity and environmental management issues, including the review of BDARs. 
• Provide advice on environmental impact assessment, environmental compliance and environmental management for Council operations, including the review of REFs.
• Coordinate with internal teams.
• Provide strategic input into the development and implementation of environmental policies and programs.
• We’re all about putting the right people, in the right role! Here’s what we’re looking for:
• Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management or demonstrated equivalent
• Significant experience in ecology and/or environmental planning
• Strong understanding of environmental legislation and policy
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to mentor and inspire a team to deliver excellent results
• Current NSW Government Biodiversity Assessment Method Assessor Accreditation
• Demonstrated experience in reviewing biodiversity assessments as they relate to the development and environmental impact assessment process
• Current driver’s licence

This is life at PSC!

• Work/Life balance with generous leave entitlements, flexible work options and leave in lieu 
• Long service leave when you’ve been with us for just over 5 years
• Paid Parental Leave so you can spend more time with your new little human
• Confidential support (including mental health) through our employee assistance program
• Award winning health and wellbeing program PSCare, Workers Health Initiative with access to a broad range of gyms in the area, and discounted health insurance
• Free parking on site and a convenient local shopping centre
• Coffee and food to keep you sustained at our on-site café
• And lots more…

Enough about us, we want to hear about you! So tell us about…

• Why you want this role and how it aligns with your career goals?