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Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.
Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.
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Position
We are currently seeking a passionate and suitably qualified individual to join Council's Strategic Planning section.
Council’s Environmental Scientists form part of a motivated, professional team committed to delivering high-quality strategic and environmental planning outcomes for both Council and the community.
Reporting to the Coordinator Strategic Planning, the role requires a blend of technical expertise, strategic planning, and excellent communication skills to effectively support, advance and promote biodiversity outcomes across the Shire. A key focus is to assess development applications and provide expert advice in relation to development proposals.
Council will consider both part time and full time working arrangements. Preferred working arrangements will be discussed with shortlisted candidates at interview stage.
Join us in making a meaningful impact on our environment and helping to shape the way our Shire grows and evolves!
To be successful you will bring
- Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council’s values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
- Tertiary qualifications in environmental science, biodiversity management, ecology or related field.
- Demonstrated experience in the interpretation and application of the Biodiversity Conservation Act and local planning instruments in relation to biodiversity.
- Demonstrated strong verbal and written communications skills with the ability to prepare and present reports and submissions.
- Proven ability to work independently and with a high level of collaboration across teams and with key stakeholders.
- Proven experience and competence in the use of the Microsoft 365 and with other corporate software.
The rewards
- An annual salary of up to $107,300. The remuneration package will be negotiated with the preferred candidate taking into consideration their skills, qualifications and experience
- Flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle, including a rostered day off working arrangement (9 day fortnight or 4 day week).
- Support toward the cost of relocation associated with recruitment may be available.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Job security and a supportive, values-driven workplace culture
- Health and wellbeing initiatives, including Fitness Passport member options
- Meaningful work that contributes to the sustainability and liveability of our region.
- An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected.
- An absolute focus on our peoples’ safety and well being.
- Generous Award workplace conditions.
Click here to view the Position Description and Information Package.
Applications close
11.30pm on Sunday 21 December 2025
Specific enquiries
Paula Newman | Coordinator Strategic Planning | 02 6686 1454
How to apply
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