Would you like the opportunity to contribute to reducing the environmental risk to Water and Waste related activities in the Mackay Region?

Mackay Regional Council has a Senior Environmental Officer position in the Water Treatment team available on permanent full-time basis.

About this opportunity:

The Senior Environmental Officer works to improve environmental and public health outcomes by identifying environmental and public health risks and providing scientific and technical support for a wide range of projects.

They contribute to the implementation of environmental and public health management and protection strategies and promote compliance with environmental and public health legislation and policies.

To reduce environmental and public health risk by providing technical capacity to initiate, manage, or contribute to environmental and public health projects and meet requirements of environmental and public health legislation.

Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills:

• Degree (preferred); OR
• Associate Diploma; OR
• Lesser formal qualifications combined with substantial relevant experience

• Qualifications in Science, Environmental Science, or related field:

• QLD "C" Class Drivers Licence or interstate equivalent.
• Detailed knowledge of technical and environmental requirements for Water and Waste related activities and ability to apply them in everyday work practices
• Ability to exercise a high degree of initiative, judgment, confidentiality, tact, and discretion in the performance of the position and the ability to work independently.

Why work for Mackay Regional Council?

Mackay Regional Council is a dynamic, progressive and financially sound local government. We have responsibility for $3.5 billion worth of assets and employ almost 1200 dedicated staff in a vibrant, rapidly growing region where sugar, mining, beef, tourism and retail drive the economy. Mackay is located halfway between Brisbane and Cairns and is truly the heart of Queensland, covering 7,622 square kilometres of rainforest, Natural Parks, historic townships, miles of golden beaches and more than 70 tropical islands. The Region boasts a vibrant economy offering an idyllic lifestyle on the Central Queensland coast, from picturesque beaches and nearby island resorts to beautiful rainforests. The Region has a great climate coupled with high quality education and health facilities.

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In addition to the above, we also offer the following benefits:

• Base annual salary range of $ 97,898.75 - $107,820.56
• Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply).
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks' annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
• Flexible work arrangements with an RDO
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts.
• Study and assistance programs for career development.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Active Social Clubs.

How to apply:

Prepare and submit your cover letter and resume, outlining your relevant experience for this role. If applying for this job via a 3rd party job board such as SEEK, LinkedIn etc. you will be redirected to the Mackay Regional Council Careers (eRecruit) website to apply. Follow the prompts to submit your application (the eRecruit Job Application Quick Reference Guide or the eRecruit Job Applicant Guide can assist).

After submitting, you will receive an automated confirmation email. Should you not receive this, please ensure you have submitted your application and your email address on your account is correct.

Applications Close:

Thursday, 3 April 2025

Having troubles submitting your application?

Reach out to one of our friendly Recruitment Officers by phoning 1300 MACKAY (1300 622 529).

***Important information for applicants:

To be considered for this position, all candidates must have the appropriate working rights for Australia, Please visit Mackay Regional Council - Careers at council webpage regarding International Applicant criteria. Your Australian work rights will be verified during the recruitment process.

Applicants who progress beyond the interview stage will be required to undergo a pre-employment process, which includes comprehensive Pre-Employment Medical Assessments (inclusive of Drug and Alcohol testing)

Council is committed to the safety of its employees and requires an immunisation program for identified roles. The successful applicant will be required to attend a post-employment immunisation assessment, by a health practitioner nominated and paid for by the Council.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to all available opportunities. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises our employees' unique contributions and perspectives, working together to deliver extraordinary results.