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Senior Land Officer
Natural Resource Management and Compliance; Natural Resource Operations; Lands; See Role Description for List of Locations Considered.
Discover a purpose-driven career with the Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development. Unleash your potential and #MakeADifference!
As a Senior Land Officer, you will provide specialist advice and deliver compliance and project management functions that support planned operational and business improvement activities associated with fire, pest and compliance risk activities on Resources managed land located across the state. Working collaboratively across the State Land and Stock Route Management team, departmental business units, stakeholders, Traditional Owners and other government agencies, you will plan and implement annual work programs, addressing non-compliance and risk mitigation on Resources controlled State land.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Primary Industry & Environment |
| Classification | AO6 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City,Flexible,Toowoomba region,Wide Bay,Rockhampton region,Gold Coast,Sunshine Coast,Ipswich region,South West Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/613628/25 |
| Closing date | 24-Jan-2025 |
| Job duration | Until 30 June 2025 |
| Contact person | Andrew Date |
| Contact details | Ph: 0409 474 282 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
The Department of Natural Resources, Mines, Manufacturing, and Regional Development drives sustainable growth and prosperity. We steward the state's natural resources through the productive and responsible management of the state's land, mineral, and energy resources ensuring all Queenslanders benefit. We foster innovation and technology in manufacturing, boosting productivity and competitiveness. We strengthen regional and rural economies by supporting job creation, diversification, and infrastructure development, collaborating closely with local communities to address their unique needs.
About the role:
• Oversee and contribute to the delivery of programs under the Land Act 1994, including risk mitigation and compliance activities on Resources controlled State land.
• Lead, supervise, and coordinate staff and multi-disciplinary teams to ensure effective delivery of State land management functions across the State.
• Conduct inspections for land dealings under the Land Act 1994, respond to inquiries, and provide advice on compliance issues related to State land.
• Contribute to stakeholder discussions to manage risks associated with State controlled land and address interests such as cultural heritage and native title rights.
• Provide advice and briefing documents to Managers on risks associated with State land and potential business improvements.
• Participate in the planning and development of compliance framework and coordinate compliance reporting functions.
This position requires:
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to lead andsupervise a remote, multi-disciplinary team.
• Knowledge of the Land Act 1994, land management, planning, and risk mitigation activities such as hazard reduction burning and herbicide application.
• Possession of a C class driver's license, with the ability to travel, including overnight stays and travel outside normal office hours when required.
Why join us?
We are committed to being a workplace that focusses on people. This is about building resilience, encouraging innovation, and understanding that learning is a journey that never ends.
We promote a safe, inclusive and respectful place to work where all staff feel valued.
We are a mobile, flexible, and agile workforce. We live by our guiding principles - proactive, courageous, pragmatic, collaborate, resilient and respectful - underpinned by the Queensland public service values.
What we offer?
• Competitive superannuation and salary sacrificing options.
• Flexible working options that encourage a healthy work-life balance.
• A variety of fantastic leave provisions, supported across the broader Queensland public sector.
• Rewarding professional career development and training opportunities.
• Relocation assistance and provisions.
• Have visible impact in your community, and directly contribute to making good jobs, better services and a great lifestyle for all Queenslanders.
Work in an inclusive work culture while making an impactful difference for all Queenslanders. To know more about the benefits of working with the Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development click here: https://www.resources.qld.gov.au/about-us/careers
Discover a purpose-driven career with the Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development. Unleash your potential, grow and #MakeADifference!
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/613628/25
Closing Date: Friday, 24 January 2025
Further information
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