About UsKempsey is located halfway between Sydney and Brisbane on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales and is known for its genuine hospitality, pristine beaches, sub-tropical rainforests, mountain ranges, rock river gorges, sprawling farmland and peaceful villages.The OpportunityAwarded Employer of Choice in 2019 and 2021, a fantastic opportunity exists for an Onsite Sewage Management Officer to join our Environmental Health team.Reporting to the Coordinator Environmental Health, the Onsite Sewage Management Officer will provide effective and efficient services to reduce risks to both public health and the environment. This incorporates the administration, implementation and enforcement of Council’s On-Site Sewage Management Strategy.About you To be successful in this position, you will possess a degree qualification in Environment Engineering, Environmental Health, Environmental Science or similar discipline, or trade qualifications in plumbing and drainage, or demonstrated experience at an appropriate level to competently carry out the position’s tasks.You will also have knowledge in the operation/installation of on-site sewage management systems, particularly septic systems for residential premises and large commercial premises; proven ability to understand and assess complex technical issues, and write clear, concise reports; highly developed written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills including problem solving, negotiation and conflict resolution. What we offerIn return, you will be rewarded by:Career developmentTemporary full time position35 hours per week with 19-day monthEmployee health and wellbeing programsLearning and development programsA fantastic lifestyle and work life balance, with access to Fitness PassportWeekly salary of $1306.44 to $1470.42 (plus 10% superannuation) Key accountabilities include Provide statutory services relating to on-site sewage management as prescribed by relevant Acts and Management Strategies including administration, implementation and enforcementAudit inspections of on-site sewage management systems in accordance with relevant guidelines, Australian Standards, Acts and Management StrategiesProvide high quality technical advice to development assessment through the timely completion of development application referralsProviding assistance and advice on the operation of on-site sewage management systems, including design of effluent and disposal areasConsider and determine applications under section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993 relating to the installation, construction or alteration of a waste treatment device and operating a system of sewage managementFor further information regarding this role please contact Jack Dickey on 02 6566 3200. How to ApplyYou must apply via Council’s webpage http://careers.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/ or through Seek. Emailed or posted applications will not be considered.To download a copy of the Position Description, please click on the link at the bottom of the page. It is important to read this carefully to understand what the job involves.Please click the Apply button below (or the Apply for this job button in Seek), complete the application form and provide the following information:A short statement (maximum 2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key accountabilities of the role.Your current resume which details your work experience and any other information that is relevant to this role as well as the contact details for two work related referees from a supervisor or Manager.We recommend you use Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome to submit your application.Applications close: Sunday, 7 November 2021 at 4pm.You will receive an e-mail to confirm your application has been received.NOTE: All correspondence will occur by email. Please ensure you check your emails regularly.If you experience any difficulties applying online, please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6566 3200 or email jobs@kempsey.nsw.gov.auThank you and good luck with your application.We are an equal opportunity employer and we celebrate our diverse workforce. Position Description
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West Kempsey
2440
