• $75,452 pa (Band 5), plus super
• Permanent full-time
• 101857

Hume City Council has an opportunity for a suitably qualified environmental professional to join our team as an Environmental Planning and Compliance Officer.

We are looking for someone who understands the natural heritage values within Hume City Council and can identify indigenous vegetation communities, flora species and fauna habitat. We want someone who can assist with building the capacity of the development industry and planning sector to achieve integrated environmental outcomes.

Hume City Council serves a growing and highly diverse population of 224,000 in Melbourne's north. Applicants from multicultural backgrounds and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members are encouraged to apply. Job share applications from more than one applicant will be accepted.

Key skills:

• Well-developed understanding of Hume's natural heritage values
• Understanding of Victoria's planning framework
• Understanding of Water Sensitive Urban Design and Industrial Stormwater Management for environmental planning
• Understanding of the statutory procedures in relation to compliance and enforcement of environmental issues
• Excellent written and verbal communication

Company profile

Hume City Council is a leader in local government and is recognised for its innovation, initiative, leadership, service, quality and support for its people.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion and the principles of gender equality.

Our Council recognises the value of the diversity and strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures to the heritage of all Australians.

We have zero-tolerance for child abuse and adhere to the Victorian Child Safe Standards and related legislation. Our people are required to observe child safe requirements and support the safety, participation, wellbeing and empowerment of children.

Our strong commitment to social justice and the environment provides opportunities for employees to participate in various programs.

We offer flexible work arrangements and a range of other employee benefits to support employee's work-life balance.

For further information please view the position description or contact Amanda Dodd on (03) 9205 2304.

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