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About the Opportunity Cabonne Council has a permanent, full-time opportunity for an experienced, collaborative and energetic leader to join our organisation in the role of Leader Environmental Services. As leader of our Environmental Services department, you will work closely with your staff and collaborate with other council departments to ensure efficient and effective delivery of biosecurity control, animal control, waste and cemetery management services to our LGA communities in line with council''s strategic plans while meeting regulatory compliance requirements. At Cabonne Council, we value our people. As a people leader, an important part of your role is helping the Environmental Services team grow, develop, and perform at their best so we can achieve great outcomes together. Reporting to the Deputy General Manager you will have the opportunity to make this business-critical role your own, whilst working collaboratively across the organisation to continue building a culture that supports performance through continuous improvement and application of best-practice approaches. Further information on the role accountabilities is contained within the attached Leader Environmental Services Position Description. About You This role is for a skilled professional and people leader who has a passion for providing the highest quality service and asset delivery to achieve our organisational mission of being an adaptive, resilient and performing organisation to create a sustainable and desirable future for our communities. To be successful in this role, you will possess: Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science or related discipline or 3 years experience in a similar role. Detailed knowledge and experience in waste management and environmental controls Detailed knowledge and experience in biosecurity management Detailed knowledge and experience in cemetery management and maintenance Detailed knowledge and experience in animal control Experience in leading and supervising a multi-disciplined team. Sound understanding of, and ability to interpret and apply, the Companion Animals Act, Protection of the Environment Operations Act, the Contaminated Land Management Act, Local Government Act, Impounding Act, Cemeteries and Crematoria Act, Biosecurity Act and regulations, Environmental Protection Authoritys environmental guidelines, as well as any supplementary acts and guidelines pertinent to the position. Ability to solve problems and independently lead numerous programs and projects. High level of computer literacy. High level written and verbal communication skills. Including experience preparing reports, correspondence and presentations on relevant matters within established timeframes and the ability to effectively communicate and resolve conflict with staff, stakeholders, government departments and members of the public. Current and maintained NSW Drivers Licence. Remuneration and Benefits The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023 and Cabonne Councils policies and conditions of employment. The role offers an attractive annual salary range of $104,723 to $161,637 ($4027.76 to $6216.77 gross per fortnight) plus 12 per cent superannuation. The role offers the option of a Leaseback vehicle. Benefits of working at Council include: At Cabonne Council we recognise our current and future employees want to work in an organisation that provides more than just a job. We understand meaningful work, the opportunity to develop professionally and personally, and the ability to balance life''s priorities are important. We offer our employees a flexible, welcoming, inclusive and safe work environment, along with a variety of attractive benefits. Our lifestyle friendly benefits include: A nine-day fortnight Dedicated training and professional development budgets Staff Wellness Program Opportunity to extend leave by taking leave at half pay Flexibility to meet the operational requirements of Council, while accommodating the needs of our employees Parental leave for primary and secondary carers Fitness Passport unlimited use at participating businesses Long service leave available at 5 years service Salary packaging options How to Apply Before you apply for this position, please read the position description carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position. You will be required to answer a few questions that relate to the criteria on the online application and provide a copy of your current Resume. Council will only accept applications submitted online. Cabonne Council operates a merit-based recruitment process. Interview Process Applications will be shortlisted as they are received. You will be contacted by phone if you have been selected for interview. If you have not been selected for interview you will be advised by email. Pre-Employment Screening In the event you are shortlisted for an interview, and are then selected to progress to the next stage following interview, you must be prepared to undergo the following pre-employment screening processes as part of the selection process: A pre-employment physical examination (at Council''s expense). Reference checking an external company will be used to complete reference checks for preferred candidates. Undertake any other applicable screening that may be relevant to the role. Checking validity of certificates and qualifications. Other important details For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Councils Deputy General Manager, Matthew Christensen, on 02 6392 3200. #J-18808-Ljbffr