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Senior Natural Resource Management Officer
Natural Resource Assessment; Natural Resource Operations; Lands; Various regional locations available for consideration
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As a Senior Natural Resource Management Officer, operating from within the Vegetation Management Unit, you will be involved in conserving and managing the state’s natural environment for the benefit of all Queenslanders. You will lead a highperformance team, mentor staff, provide technical advice, and negotiate with stakeholders from public and private sectors.
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Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Primary Industry & Environment |
| Classification | AO6 |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region,Toowoomba region,Wide Bay,Darling Downs - Maranoa,Townsville region,Mackay region,Rockhampton region,Ipswich region,South West Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/578479/24 |
| Closing date | 30-Jul-2024 |
| Job duration | until 30 June 2025 with possible extension |
| Contact person | Kathryn Madigan |
| Contact details | Phone: (07) 4837 3467 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
The Queensland resources sector is changing. At the Department of Resources, we juggle new demands, rapid changes and shifts in community knowledge and expectation. We play an active role in the delivery of key government priorities, such as the implementation of a renewable energy economy, assisting in Path to Treaty, recognition of Native Title Rights and capitalising on our resources for sustainable economic prosperity. Join Resources and #MakeADifference!
About the role:
As a Senior Natural Resource Management Officer, operating from within the Vegetation Management Unit of Natural Resource Assessment, you will be involved in conserving and managing the state's natural environment for the benefit of all Queenslanders. The Vegetation Management team advise, negotiate and consult with landholders, industry and community stakeholders on natural resource management and use under the Vegetation Management Act 1999. You will be responsible for leading a high-performance team, mentoring staff, providing high level technical advice and negotiating with stakeholders within both the public and private sectors.
To be successful you will have:
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead a diverse, state-wide team, as well as local staff.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with existing leadership team.
• Experience with the Vegetation Management Act 1999, Planning Act 2016 and other related natural resource management legislation would be highly regarded.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement would be highly regarded.
Some requirements that we see as essential:
• The possession of a current C or CA class driver's licence.
• You may be required to drive four-wheel drive vehicles on dirt roads.
• Travel away from the centre may be required. This may involve travel outside of normal office hours and/or overnight accommodation for extended periods.
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 Resources click here:
How to apply?
To know more about the role, what's in it for you and how to apply please see the documents section:
· Role Profile
· We are Resources
· How to Apply.
There is one position available in Various regional locations available for consideration: Bundaberg, Cairns Charleville, Dalby, Emerald, Gympie, Ipswich, Mackay, Maryborough, Rockhampton, Toowoomba and Townsville. Please advise your preference of work location on your application.
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Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/578479/24
Closing Date Tuesday, 30 July 2024.
Further information
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Documents
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