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About the Company
A large, well-resourced regional NSW council responsible for a river system of genuine ecological significance. People enjoy working here because the work delivers real, measurable environmental impact.

About the Role
Lead water quality monitoring and catchment to discharge management for a municipal utility and river system of genuine ecological significance. Blends science, compliance and stakeholder leadership with visible environmental outcomes.

Duties

• Lead water quality monitoring programs
• Drive catchment management initiatives
• Ensure environmental and regulatory compliance
• Advise on risk, catchment health and water security
• Liaise with state agencies, catchment authorities and community stakeholders

Skills & Experience

• Degree in environmental science or ecology
• Strong water quality science background
• Catchment management capability
• Regulatory compliance experience
• Confident stakeholder engagement skills

Culture
People enjoy working in this team because they are motivated by real environmental outcomes, not just compliance paperwork.
  
Benefits

• Measurable environmental impact
• Seniority and autonomy in a strong team
• Competitive salary and packaging
• Community-focused, regional lifestyle
• Access to outdoor and natural amenity

How to Apply
Click APPLY or contact Jacqui Spence at Total HRM on 1800 868 254 for a confidential discussion, quoting the role title.

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