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Natural Areas Officer

City Of Parramatta

The Role

Overview

Manage and deliver bushland regeneration projects, overseeing contractors, budgets and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

  • grant funding

Tasks

-Seek and coordinate grant funding for natural areas programs.

Requirements

  • drivers licence
  • degree
  • leadership
  • research
  • analytical
  • project management

What You Bring

-NSW Class C Drivers Licence. -Proven ability to deliver natural areas programs, including manage procurement, contractors and budgets. -Degree in natural resources management. environmental science, ecology or related discipline. -Ability to lead, coordinate, and deliver outcomes in a multidisciplinary environment. -Ability to research and investigate matters in a methodical manner and be able to convey information to others in relation to environmental matters. -Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills. -Excellent communication, project management and stakeholder engagement.

Benefits

-Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years -Central Parramatta location (Public transport at our door, discounted parking) -Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, flu shots, etc.) -Significant leave benefits (up to 12 days flexi-time, 3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year) -Learning and development opportunities -14 weeks paid parental leave -A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid WFH arrangements

The Company

About City Of Parramatta

-A key driver in urban transformation, shaping the future of Western Sydney. -Pioneering in the redevelopment of Parramatta’s CBD, creating a vibrant, accessible city for all. -Engaged in large-scale projects like the Parramatta Light Rail and the Western Sydney Airport. -Focuses on urban planning, transport solutions, and environmental sustainability. -The council's diverse portfolio spans from residential development to economic growth initiatives. -A hub for cultural events, public spaces, and the arts, fostering a lively community atmosphere.

Sector Specialisms

Urban Development and Renewal

Aboriginal Heritage Management

Infrastructure

Health Services Precinct

Education and Medical Research Facilities

Transport

Public Space Design

Commercial Development

Residential Development

Cultural Precinct Development

Security Clearance

-employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.