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First listed on: 25 January 2016

Technical Officer Open Space Management

Permanent Full Time


“A Caring Community in a Unique Environment with a Prosperous Future”
Snowy River Shire Council is situated in the South East corner of New South Wales in the heart of the Snowy Mountains. 150 km south of Canberra, close to the Ski Fields and the South Coast, the area boasts fantastic year-round outdoor recreation with a rural lifestyle.
The Position

The Technical Officer Open Space Management will provide technical expertise and guidance in the management of Council’s Open Spaces including vegetation management, parks & gardens, sporting facilities and reserves. You will advise landholders on effective weed control and sustainable vegetation management practices. Administrative responsibilities will involve maintaining weed mapping and information systems in accordance with legislative, regional and Council requirements

 
 Selection Criteria

Qualifications
Essential

  • University Bachelor degree or equivalent or extensive business experience in relevant field
  • Minimum 2 years work experience in an environmental / agricultural related field
  • AgSafe accredited training or National Farmers Chemical Training accreditation
  • Knowledge and commitment to best practice WHS principles
  • Working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office products
  • Ability to rapidly learn the range and depth of work to be undertaken as described in the position description key responsibilities
  • Proven ability to monitor staff and effect change where required
  • Current NSW Class C drivers Licence

Desirable

  • Previous Local Government experience
  • Knowledge and or experience of court proceedings and preparation of information for court proceedings
  • Ability to write media releases and promotional material
  • GIS experience or training
  • First Aid Certificate

 


 Salary Details:

Salary will be paid at Council’s Grade 11 $41.45 p/h + Super - 70 hours per fortnight

Application Details

Expressions of Interest should be marked “Confidential Job Application” and sent to Human Resources Officer

Post: PO Box 143,  Berridale NSW 2628   OR   Email:  jobs@snowyriver.nsw.gov.au

You will receive a receipt of application within 3 days if you don’t please contact Bronwyn Burbury on 6451 1124

SRSC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and enforces a safe and smoke free workplace.

We may request background checks.

For assistance in completing your application see ‘How to Apply’ on Council’s website

 Applications close 14 February 2016
 
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