Liverpool City Council

Bush Regenerator Environment Restoration Plan

Bush Regenerator Environment Restoration Plan - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Identified

1x Permanent - 36 hours, 4 days per week
Salary: $73,110.27 - $79,827.54

ABOUT US
Liverpool is a vibrant city that lies in the heart of Greater Western Sydney. Working with Liverpool City Council offers a wealth of professional opportunities. Liverpool is a diverse and innovative Council located at the gateway to the upcoming Western Sydney Airport. Liverpool is fast becoming Sydney's third CBD and is going through rapid change and growth, with nearly 100 new residents arriving every week. If great community outcomes are to be realised, Liverpool requires the best minds to realise this opportunity.

ABOUT THE ROLE
Do you have a passion for the environment and the community, and the ability to work in a professional team in delivering natural area restoration works?

Liverpool City Council is looking for a highly motivated and passionate person to be part of Council's Bush Regeneration Team in delivering ecological outcomes for the community. Liverpool City Council is committed to the protection, maintenance, and enhancement of the diverse range of natural assets occurring in the Local Government Area.

This position undertakes a diverse range of activities comprising of council's environmental volunteer program, community education and general bushland rehabilitation activities. You will work as part of a team in delivering ecological restoration outcomes in support of Liverpool's Environmental Restoration Plan.

This position is open to Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people only. Under the provisions of section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW), Liverpool City Council has been granted an exemption from sections 8 and 51 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW) for this role.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Carry out all bush regeneration works as directed by Team Leader Bush Regenerator - ERP in an effective and efficient manner.
Assist in the implementation of cultural land management practices.
Contribute to the delivery of the Environment Restoration Plan in relation to on-ground works.
Implement effective record management in relation to on-ground works.
Complete on-ground activities in conjunction with other contractors on site.
Qualifications/Licences:
Conservation and Land Management Certificate II or equivalent
Current class C Driver's licence
Accreditation and experience in chemical application, application and storage (AQF3)

About You:

As an Identified role, this position is open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons, Australia's First Nations people. There are two alternatives to confirming your Aboriginality, one of which must be provided to be considered for the role as follows. Either will be accepted:
Confirmation of Aboriginality form OR Written confirmation from 2-3 Aboriginal organisations within the community in which you live/work, which addresses the three criteria listed below:
is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and
identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and
is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

To be successful you will need to demonstrate your suitability for the role as outlined in the position description through the selection criteria and supporting documentation.

Salary will be dependent upon the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant.
For further information about the position please contact Steven Hodosi, Coordinator - Environmental Operations on 8711 7032.

How to Apply: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter, current resume and response to the selection criteria questions which will be shown once you commence your application.

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Closing Date: Applications close 11:59pm two weeks after date job posted

Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.
To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For Temporary positions, you need a visa that gives you permission to work in Australia.