Divisional Assurance Officer
At Penrith City Council, it’s not about having to choose.
Life with us is the best of both worlds.
What we offer you
- Salary: Commencing at $92,765.00 -$107,380.00 + Super + vehicle available (not a condition of employment)
- Flexible Working Arrangements: Hybrid work options and flexible hours
- The best of both worlds – click here to learn more'
Here’s what you’ll be up to…
- Undertake identified actions to ensure Council meets its obligations under environmental and asbestos management plans relating to designated Council land assets.
- Respond to asbestos‑related matters involving Council assets.
- Provide support to stakeholders in relation to project environmental assessments, including the preparation and review of Review of Environmental Factors (REFs).
- Collaborate effectively with internal teams and stakeholders.
- Assist the team in managing a range of contractors and consultants.
Who we are (And why you’ll love us)
The Divisional Assurance and Security Operations (DASO) Team is a specialist team responsible for managing several complex program areas, with the overarching purpose of providing Council Leadership with assurance regarding risk, compliance and operational performance.
We are driven by a commitment to supporting stakeholders through high-level technical advice and guidance, with the aim of achieving successful outcomes for both Council and the community.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for a motivated and detail‑driven person who can meet the following criteria:
- Demonstrated qualifications and experience in environmental management, compliance, project management, or a related field
- A good working knowledge of asbestos management and incident management
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team, while also being able to complete tasks independently with minimal supervision
- Confidence in working with contractors and stakeholders
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A strong commitment to delivering high‑quality customer service
- Excellent time‑management and task‑prioritisation skills
- Experience using asset management databases
Please refer to the position description for additional essential or desirable criteria.
The must-know bits
You will be required to undertake employment checks, which may include a Criminal History Check, Qualification Check, Working with Children Check, Medical Declaration and/or a Functional Test, as relevant to the position for which you have applied.
Where a Criminal History Check is required and has returned a result that indicates disclosable court outcomes, you will be required to provide a copy of the report to Penrith City Council, for review, to progress through the recruitment process.
Ready to make work feel less like… work?
If you’re nodding along and already picturing your first day, submit your application by hitting ‘Apply Now’.
In addition to a cover letter and resume, applicants are required to submit comprehensive responses to the selection criteria (outlined in the position description) as a part of their application. Applicants who do not meet the essential criteria will not be considered.
We’ve got an opportunity, you’ve got talent… Let’s talk.
For more information, contact Adrian Estreich on (02) 4732 8014.
Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.
Council is a Child Safe Organisation. For more information about this, please see our website.
At Penrith City Council, we believe the best of both worlds means embracing the unique perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that make our City and our organisation vibrant. We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported and welcome applicants from people of all backgrounds, abilities and identities.
