Onsite Sewage Management Officer
Onsite Sewage Management Officer
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$ 74500 - 84000
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Job Description
About Us:
Kempsey Shire Council (KSC) is located on the Mid North Coast of NSW known for its genuine hospitality pristine beaches subtropical rainforests mountain ranges rock river gorges sprawling farmland and peaceful villages.
We are a progressive proactive and dynamic organisation and we pride ourselves on the respectful and supportive workplace we have cultivated. With 360 dedicated staff managing $1.5 billion worth of assets across many sites throughout the Shire KSC work closely with our community to build an inspired connected Macleay Valley.
Your new role:
Are you passionate about environmental health and ready to kickstart your career in a dynamic communityfocused role We are looking for an enthusiastic and detailoriented individual to join our team as an Onsite Sewage Management Officer.
As an Onsite Sewage Management Officer you will play a crucial role in ensuring the effective operation of onsite sewage management systems within our community. 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 Councils OnSite Sewage Management Strategy.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Audit inspections of onsite sewage management systems in accordance with Environmental and Health Guidelines.
- Encouraging stakeholders to comply with relevant standards.
- Providing assistance and advice on the operation of onsite sewage management systems.
- Handling applications under section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993 addressing waste treatment device installations or alterations.
- Investigating complaints related to effluent surcharge odours and pollution incidents taking action to mitigate environmental harm.
For a full list of the Key Accountabilities of the role please refer to the Position Description.
About You:
To be successful in this role you bring:
- Degree qualifications in Environmental Engineering Environmental Health Environmental Science or similar disciplines are essential. Applicants who are close to completing their tertiary studies are also encouraged to apply.
- Knowledge of the overarching foundations of wastewater treatment and associated environmental health risks will be highly regarded.
- A proactive approach capable of managing multiple responsibilities and a commitment to upholding high standards of customer service.
- A passion for protecting public health and the environment with strong analytical and communication skills.
- Highly developed written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills including problem solving negotiation and conflict resolution.
- An ability to work both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated high level of computer skills. Previous experience working with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) systems advantageous but not essential
Benefits of working for Kempsey Shire Council:
As the successful candidate youll enjoy:
- A temporary fulltime position for two 2 years.
- 35 hours per week with access to participate in our 19day month RDO system.
- Weekly salaryof $1441.28 to $1622.18 (plus superannuation).
- A working environment focussed on wellbeing including flexible work arrangements rostered days off EAP access social club and health and wellbeing programs.
- Fitness Passports for discounted access to a range of gym and pool facilities.
- Career development and learning opportunities access to study leave if required.
- Asupportive collaborative working environment designed to help you grow!
- A fantastic lifestyle and work life balance on the beautiful MidNorth Coast.
Have questions Please contact Jack Dickey Environmental Health Manager for a confidential discussion on Ph:.
Interested
Please apply via Councils website Note that you will be required to prepare and submit:
- A short statement (maximum 2 pages) outlining how your experience abilities knowledge and personal qualities will enable you to achieve the key accountabilities of the role (as listed in the Position Description); and
- Your current resume.
Completion of a preemployment medical assessment is a requirement of KSCs recruitment process for this position.
Current immunisations against tetanus Hepatitis A & B or willingness to obtain these vaccinations is required.
Applications close: COB Wednesday 19 March 2025
Please note that Council reserves the right to close this job advertisement before the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is found. Therefore we encourage all interested applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible.
If you experience any difficulties applying online please contact the Recruitment team on or email
Thank you and good luck with your application.
Kempsey Shire Council are an equal opportunity employer and we celebrate our diverse inclusive and valuesled workforce. Kempsey Shire Council welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people people with diverse culture and linguistic backgrounds and people with a disability. In addition Kempsey Shire Council will provide reasonable adjustments for suitably qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require additional assistance to participate in the recruitment process please discuss with the advertised contact person. You can ask for reasonable adjustments to be made at any time during the recruitment process.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Contract
