qldwater Blog

This week we say farewell to Naomi Carragher and wish her all the very best in her new role.  We would like to thank Naomi for her invaluable contribution to the qldwater team and members.  Naomi’s smile and can-do attitude will be missed. 
 
On the upside we are welcoming Kirsty Hills into the team stepping into Project Support Assistant role from Naomi. Kirsty brings with her lots of experience as a project manager having spent the last 7 years as a Project Officer with Queensland Health. Prior to that, Kirsty completed several short-term contracts including a stint with Seqwater where she wrote procedures and workplace health and safety awareness modules for online training packages. This role sparked an interest in the water sector, which is what attracted Kirsty to applying for the job with qldwater, and we were fortunate to fast-track her recruitment so Naomi could do a proper handover before she finishes up this Friday.
 
The recruitment process for the Skills Partnership Role in continuing with negotiations occurring with a preferred candidate.  Watch this space.
 
After being with qldwater 10 years Desire Gralton is taking long service leave with a visit to her family in South Africa for 10 weeks, last day Friday 11^th and returning to work early February. We wish Desire safe travels and a great Christmas with her family.

We have been notified that the Heads of EPAs Australia and New Zealand (HEPA) have agreed to an extension of the consultation period on the draft PFAS National Environmental Management Plan 3.0 to the new closing date of Tuesday 28 February 2023. This decision extends the deadline by two months over the Christmas period, and provides additional time for our and other sectors to prepare a considered response to the proposed changes. The Draft of the PFAS NEMP 3.0 and supporting documents are available on the NEMP 3.0 consultation website.
 
qldwater is working with WSAA and our colleagues in the recently established National Water Sector Contaminants of Emerging Concern Working Group to develop a response to the PFAS NEMP 3.0. WSAA is facilitating an industry consultation session for the urban water sector through that Working Group, which is scheduled to take place on 24 November. If you wish to be involved in that session, but have not otherwise received an invitation, or require more information please contact lreeves@qldwater.com.au.
 
qldwater is also partnering with LGAQ to host an information session  to highlight potential concerns with the new guidelines, considering the newly introduced guidance for biosolids and organic waste. If you are interested in participating in that webinar on 2 December at 10am, please register using the link PFAS NEMP 3.0 - Information session for Councils.

Yesterday the Water Services Association of Australia (WSAA) released the “Closing the Water for People and Communities Gap: Improving water services to First Nations remote communities” Report at a special event in Canberra.  The Hon. Linda Burney MP, Minister for Indigenous Australians, launched the report which presents the most complete snapshot of the current status of water servicing of remote communities across Australia including seven recommendations to overcome systemic issues and other challenges.
 
Read the full report and summary report here: https://lnkd.in/gRkEpNec

Environmental Management Systems Coordinator x 2 (201180)  

1 x Permanent Full Time - 36.25 hours per week  

1 x Maximum Term Contract - 36.25 hours per week - until 1 March 2024 

$81,276.69 to $84,815.96  Annually  + up to 12% super   

Your opportunity 

We have an exciting opportunity for a professional individual who is passionate about managing and protecting Redland City Council's environmental assets through implementation, delivery, and continuous improvement of the Environmental Management System (EMS).  The position involves robust documentation development and maintenance, incident investigations and reporting, operations improvement projects and Environmental Authority compliance and liaison.  You will ensure Council is managing its environmental responsibilities and aspects through practical approaches, problem solving and interpersonal collaboration. 

For full details, take a look at the Position Description. 

What you’ll bring 

First and foremost, you'll need to live and breathe our values, as they are fundamental to the way we go about our work and the relationships we build: One Team, Serve with Pride, Safety at Heart, Listen and Be Heard, and Own it with Integrity. 

To be successful in this role you will also possess the following attributes:   

• A self starter with exceptional data analysis and report writing skills. 

• You will be an effective team member and communicator who can deliver outstanding coaching and guidance to internal stakeholders. 

• A proficiency in developing, implementing and auditing of environmental management systems (EMS), environmental authorities, licences and permits. 

• Have a working knowledge of ISO standards and legislation including the Environmental Protection Act, Local Government Act, Council's Local Laws and State and Commonwealth legislation.  

• Well-developed organisational, time management and prioritisation skills with a strong attention to detail and the capacity to work well in a fast-paced environment. 

Eligibility 

• You'll hold a professional qualifications in Environmental Science, Environmental Management or an approved related discipline. 

• You'll have a current C Class Driver's Licence 

• Successful applicants will be asked to consent to a police check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits. (delete if not required) 

• To be eligible for employment, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.    

Ready to join us   

Applications will only be accepted through Council’s Web Recruitment system or through OURspace for current Council employees. Hard copy and e-mailed applications will not be accepted. 

 To be considered, applicants must submit a:   

1. Cover letter (maximum 2 pages briefly addressing the selection criteria) 

2. Current resume. Please read the Position Description and resume-based application instructions before applying for this role. 

Kind Regards,

qldwater

qldwater is a business unit of IPWEAQ