3 Science (environmental) jobs

Oct 08, 2019
Section Manager Treatment Plants & Catchments Featured
$140,000 - $175,600 yearly
Primary Work Location: Kincumber The future is bright for a star performer moving their career forward Live and work on the beautiful Central Coast of NSW Permanent full time position  Attractive salary package up to $175.6k per annum + Leaseback Vehicle Ideally located on the northern fringe of Sydney and just an hour's drive from Newcastle, the Central Coast offers one of the best places in Australia to live and work.  Today the Central Coast is one of the fastest growing regions in NSW, with the third largest Local Government Area (LGA) in NSW and the 6th Largest LGA in Australia. The Section Manager Treatment Plants and Catchments reports directly to the Unit Manager Water Assets and Facilities Management, working in a supportive team environment with other Section Managers. This role is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the Central Coast Council's water and sewage treatment facilities, dams, catchments, ground water and various non potable water treatment and recycling schemes. Our ideal candidate will apply their strategic thinking to look at the big picture to develop new ideas. Having confidence to challenge the status quo for the delivery of services on our wide range of assets to ensure operation and maintenance expectations are met. You will achieve outcomes and enhance processes to reduce Council's long terms costs through your focus on developing and leading a team of professionals and operational staff. Key activities of this role include: Develop management systems to gain understanding of the operation of water and sewer assets; Data analysis to apply a strategic view to develop long term trends; Enhance processes to reduce long term costs. Key activities of this role include: Develop management systems to gain understanding of the operation of water and sewer assets; Data analysis to apply a strategic view to develop long term trends; Enhance processes to reduce long term costs. A vehicle is provided for official duties and private use leaseback is available in accordance with Council’s Vehicle Policy. Applicants will be required to undertake a course of vaccinations against Hepatitis A and B and Tetanus or demonstrate their immunity. Enquiries:   Luke Welfare, Unit Manager Water Assets and Facilities Management on ph: 0457 696 126.
Central Coast Council Kincumber NSW, Australia Full time
Jun 18, 2018
Student Project - Science (social) Featured
Project Name: Weed assessments at Queensland Urban Utilities sites Project date: To be agreed between the Student and Queensland Urban Utilities Duration of project: To be agreed between the Student and Queensland Urban Utilities Degree Targeted : Environmental Science, Botany, Agricultural Science Level of degree targeted:  Undergraduate Project area: Science (social) Project description: Queensland Urban Utilities operate a large number of facilities across South East Queensland, many on larger parcels of land and in regional areas. As part of managing our biosecurity risks, we need to understand what weeds exist on our sites, their classification and a risk profile for management. The intent of this project is to conduct weed surveys at specified sites with the following intended outcomes:  • the recording of location and type of weed by site; • classifying the types of weed in accordance with QLD legislation; • displaying the data in a format either suitable for transfer to GIS or in GIS format; • provide a report detailing high risk sites (based on weed classifications) and suitable management practices. This information will assist Queensland Urban Utilities in understanding the location and types of weeds harboured on our sites and their classification to enable targeted management practices to take place.   This is a large project that may be split over multiple consecutive students. Students can download a free app for undertaking weed surveys called Avenza maps.
Queensland Urban Utilities 15 Green Square Close, Fortitude Valley QLD, Australia Student Project
Oct 08, 2019
Water Quality Process Officer
$68,382 - $81,886 yearly
GWMWater is an innovative and progressive employer that is committed to contributing to the sustainable growth of communities within the Grampians, Wimmera and Mallee regions. We provide a great work environment based on respect, professionalism and accountability to attract and retain the best people to GWMWater and the region. We do this by: • Supporting staff, suppliers and contractors to achieve zero harm. • Offering a flexible and stimulating workplace and investing in our people to enable us to adapt to the changing needs of our region. • Building the capability and culture of our people into a more highly skilled, professional, customer focused and efficient organisation. We offer exceptional working conditions including an active social club, attractive parental leave and other contemporary and flexible working arrangements to assist staff achieve an effective work life balance. The role is located in Horsham, the capital of the beautiful Wimmera region, and is only three hours from Melbourne or the magnificent Victorian South West Coast. The region boasts access to many national parks including the Grampians and Mt Arapiles. Horsham offers a warm and welcoming community for those wanting to experience a safe and healthy rural lifestyle. This progressive city boasts first class health, educational, cultural, sporting and social facilities.  Currently applications are being sought for: Water Quality Process Officer The Water Quality Process Officer assists in the delivery of the Corporation’s Water Quality Management System (WQMS) which is the framework by which water is supplied to customers which is fit for purpose. This includes assessment of water treatment process performance, control system verification, overseeing the water sampling and testing programs, water quality data management, assessment and interpretation of water quality data, reporting (internal and external) and development of management plans and operational procedures.  Further information about this exciting opportunity is available from www.careers.vic.gov.au   or by contacting Kirsty Thornton, Acting Senior People and Culture Advisor on 1300 659 961. Applications for this vacancy close on Wednesday 23 October 2019. To apply online please visit: www.careers.vic.gov.au Refer to the position number VG/5403 GWMWater is an EEO employer and is committed to continuously improving our quality, safety and environmental systems. Please note applicants may be required to undertake a National Police Check. If you would like to receive information in relation to this vacancy in an accessible format such as large print, please contact the People and Culture Division on 1300 659 961.
GWMWater Horsham VIC, Australia Full time