About us

Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state’s fastest growing city and oldest provincial city.

Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:

‘Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.'

We have a workplace culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.

About the role

As Conservation Partnerships Officer, you will be part of the Environment Sustainability, Education and Awareness team and responsible for delivering the Landholder Conservation Partnerships Program, a program focused on assisting landholders to manage, enhance and protect ecosystems in order to conserve native flora and fauna on their properties.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Develop, manage, and deliver multiple landholder conservation partnerships programs on private land.
• Develop Property Management Plans specific for properties eligible for the Program.
• Assist in the development of promotional and educational workshops and activities.
• Provide advice on the ecology of flora and fauna in Ipswich and natural resource management to landholders.
• Assist in the development of content for newsletters and promotional communications.

A position description is attached.

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in environmental management, ecology, natural resource management, conservation management or equivalent experience.
• Current “C” class driver’s licence.
• Recognised training or equivalent experience in community engagement and ecology.
• Experience working in local government is desirable.

About the benefits

This is a permanent full-time position ranging from a level 4-5 with a salary commencing at $85,139 - $97,189 plus superannuation of up to 12.5%.

• Become a key member of a team that is passionate and dedicated to building a positive, inclusive, and constructive workplace culture.
• Supportive culture that promotes a healthy work/life balance.
• Ongoing learning, development, and career opportunities.
• Employee health and wellbeing programs.
• Four (4) weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading, cultural leave, and other leave options.
• A variety of salary packaging options that includes, financial advice, income protection insurance, professional membership, novated leases and more.

Join us

If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.

How to Apply

Please click 'Apply Now' and submit:

• A cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role.
• A resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold.

Please direct any related questions to [email protected] using the subject line: Conservation Partnerships Officer - Ipswich enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment screening which may include a criminal history check.

Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.