Senior Environmental Officer Permanent full time opportunity working 35 hours per week Competative salary range from $110,910.54 - $120,054.70 per year depending on skills and experience 12% superannuation About us: We are not your usual, we are upbeat, resourceful and determined. Our staff and community are at the core of what we do, looking for ways to work together and support each other. Naturally welcoming, we share good-natured humour and positivity. We aim to inspire a sense of possibility and create opportunities for all by rolling up our sleeves. Our workplace is agile and flexible, keeping ahead of the times by being the leader of the pack. When it comes to innovation we are first in the pool. Be a part of it, let’s get something started. This role sits within the City Development Team, who is focused on the preparation, assessment and delivery of planning outcomes within the Campbelltown LGA. The position working within a multidisciplinary team to support the planning outcomes while protecting the environment and health of the community. Council is experiencing significant change and growth, so the successful candidate will need to be flexible, solutions focused and abreast of current legislation. About the role: We are currently seeking a Senior Environmental Officer to join the team on a permanent full-time basis 35 hours per week. While this role may include general environmental assessment, the main focus will be on responding to applications which involve impacts on biodiversity, including endangered species. In this role, you will be mainly responsible for: Reviewing flora and fauna assessments, biodiversity development assessment reports, aboricultural impact assessment, and Koala assessment reports. Assessing compliance of development applications, planning proposals and vegetation permits with relevant biodiversity legislation and policies. Provide specialist advice in relation to contamination and noise assessments Project manage the preparation of environmental studies, project and/or policies. Undertake research on environmental planning and policy matters The successful candidate will demonstrate the following key skills and attributes: Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline Accredited BAM Assessor (or capable of achieving accreditation). Demonstrated experience in the review and assessment of BDARs, biodiversity credits and impacts on threatened species relating to Planning Proposals and Development Applications. Demonstrated knowledge of relevant State and Federal legislation and relevant policies. Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to represent Council to developers, consultants, other government agencies and the general public. Commitment to living our values of respect, integrity, teamwork, trust and optimism. As a member of our friendly and passionate team, you’ll receive the following benefits: Permanent full time opportunity - 35 hours per week Salary range from $110,910.54 - $120,054.70 per year depending on skills and experience 12% super Flexible working conditions available Generous leave provisions Generous professional development opportunities Onsite staff car park Key contact: For further information on this position, please contact Robert Montgomery - Coordinator Environmental Planning on (. Applications close: Sunday 26 April 2026 Sound like you? Apply now! Campbelltown City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and values the unique contributions of all people. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply. Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel. We are committed to acting in the best interest of the children in our community. We believe children have the right to be safe, listened to and respected. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and will take allegations very seriously, responding quickly and consistently in line with our policies and procedures. We aim to provide a safe space for all children, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, children who identify as LGBTIQA, and children with disability.
