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Employment type: Full time, Fixed term until July 2026Remuneration: Total Remuneration Package from $152,773.48 per annum commensurate with skills and experienceLocation: Werribee based with onsite parkingAbout the roleReporting to the Manager Open Space, this role is responsible for providing strategic direction, leadership and planning of Councils environmental, natural resource management, stormwater, floodplain, and water quality management activities.You will lead and support a well-established team of two direct and nine indirect staff reports as they develop exciting and impactful programs and projects for the betterment of the Wyndham community.This rare opportunity to grow your Local Government leadership experience is available due to an internal secondment.What your day will look likeDeveloping and implementing strategies, policies and programs relating to effective water quality and drainage managementPartnering with government agencies on delivering modernised urban and rural stormwater management practices and rural land management programsProviding high quality catchment management and drainage scheme infrastructure planning and asset management advice including precinct structure planningOverseeing large scale urban stormwater capital works programming and planning including stormwater re-use and recycling infrastructure planningOverseeing the successful development and implementation of relevant stormwater and biodiversity management plans and policiesReviewing the planning approval processes as it relates to drainage and environmental managementOverseeing and implementing floodplain management planning and mappingWhat you will bringTertiary qualification in Civil Engineering, Stormwater Management, Environment, Natural Resource Management or related fieldsSubstantial experience in the effective implementation of integrated water management and natural resource management policies, strategies and programsHigh level communication skills including demonstrated ability to negotiate and influence to achieve organisational outcomesWorking knowledge of stormwater catchment management, floodplain management, drainage schemes and systems, biodiversity and land management, precinct structure planning and protecting waterway healthDemonstrated experience in managing and leading teamsDemonstrated experience in managing capital and operational budgets including development of successful business casesUnderstanding of local government processes and relevant legislationIf you progress past the interview stage, you may be required to complete pre-employment screening, which may include police checks, a medical, qualification verification, and an Australian work rights check.Why join WyndhamWe are one of Australias fastest growing and most diverse cities.By 2040, we will have more than 500,000 residents and our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared.Look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community. It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong.Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work. Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce. #J-18808-Ljbffr