Hornsby Shire Council

Environmental Protection Manager

Permanent full time position

Are you self-motivated and have outstanding communication and interpersonal skills?  This is a key leadership role which requires an innovative team player and proactive leader.

Salary

A competitive salary to be offered to the successful candidate

About us

At Hornsby Shire Council, we offer more than just a job. We are a community where everyone plays a vital role in creating a positive culture while delivering meaningful work with a real impact. We are inclusive and flexible and champion your professional growth. Join us in building our Shire for the future and be part of a team that values your individuality and empowers you to contribute to something greater.

Find out more about working at Hornsby Shire Council

About the role

The primary purpose of the Environmental Protection Manager position is to provide leadership, direction and support to team members responsible for the regulatory enforcement of environmental protection and public health and safety laws, and the enforcement of building and planning laws.

About you

Your new role requires experience in the enforcement processes under:

• Protection of the Environment Operations Act
• Environmental Planning and Assessment Act
• Local Government Act
• Contaminated Lands Management Act
• Food Act
• Public Health Act

In addition, you will have experience in managing Land and Environment and Local Court appeals and civil enforcements.  You will be Degree qualified with major studies in an environmental management, environmental science, environmental health, or related discipline.

Benefits of working with us

We offer more than just a job, we understand the importance of work-life balance and are proud to offer a range of benefits

• Flexible working opportunities, such as hybrid work arrangements, part time and job share work opportunities
• Generous leave provisions, including:
  • Long Service Leave after 5 years (transferable between Councils)
  • Parental Leave (up to 22 weeks)
  • Health & Wellbeing Leave
• Employee Health and Wellbeing Program, as well as Fitness Passport and annual flu vaccinations
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee recognition scheme
• Motor vehicle novated leasing and salary sacrifice opportunities
• Social Club
• Long Service Awards

For more information and to apply

For further information and to apply please visit www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au/careers

Closing Date

15 May 2025 at 11.30pm.

Interviews are proposed to be undertaken on 22 May 2025