• Full time (76 hours per fortnight).
• Nine-day fortnight option.
• Generous superannuation (Up to 16.5%, conditions apply).
• Free parking onsite.
• Health and wellness program (including free annual skin checks/flu vaccinations, biennial health assessments and seasonal fitness/yoga/wellness sessions).
• Great location (near Roe, Tonkin and Albany Highways).
• Salary range: $98,223 to $105,770 per year plus super.

About the City of Gosnells (City)

The City serves a diverse community of more than 135,000 residents. The City is a large local government organisation in Western Australia with a reputation for professionalism, innovation and excellence. City employees enjoy a work environment that encourages professional development and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

About the position

The City's Parks and Environment branch is seeking an experienced Environmental Officer to develop and implement strategic environmental initiatives and provide technical advice on the protection, rehabilitation and management of the City's natural areas, in line with management plans and policies.

In this position, you will provide expert environmental advice for City projects involving environmental impact assessments, analysis and interpretation of technical issues within legislative requirements and best environmental management practice.

What we are looking for

To be successful, you must be able to demonstrate:

• Ability to develop strategies, management plans and other strategic documents that aim to improve the environmental condition of natural reserves.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the technical assessment of environmental impact.
• Knowledge and ability to interpret relevant environmental management legislation, policies and guidelines.
• Experience undertaking environmental approval processes .
• Experience in liaising with consultants and contractors.
• High-level communication skills to be able to produce and review technical documents.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate and build positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders.

Essential requirements

• Degree in Environmental Management or equivalent.
• Driver's licence.
• White Card.
• Current Police Clearance (less than three months old). Please note: This is not essential to apply for the role, but it will be required at a later stage as it is an appointment condition.

In return we can offer you

A challenging and rewarding position, competitive salary, additional superannuation contributions, professional development opportunities, as well as the opportunity to work in a friendly environment and contribute to a forward-thinking Local Government organisation.

For more information or to apply visit the City's website.