Expression of Interest - Independent External Members of the Coastal, Estuary and Floodplain Risk Management Sub-Committee

Central Coast Council (Council) is seeking Expressions of Interest from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to be appointed as independent external members of Council’s Coastal, Estuary and Floodplain Risk Management Sub-Committee (the Committee) for the term of the current Council (through to approximately mid 2028). Council has up to 3 positions to fill.

The Committee will comprise three Independent External Members, the Mayor, Councillors nominated by resolution of Council. It will meet at least four times per year at the Wyong Council office or remotely.  This is a sub-advisory committee to Council that may provide advice, input and feedback on matters relating to the management of coastal areas, estuaries and floodplains within the Central Coast local government area. The Committee is seeking community members, skills, knowledge and experience in one or more of coastal management, estuary management, flood risk management, community education or communication in accordance with the adopted terms of reference.  

Community members selected will be required to undertake formal training in Council's Code of Conduct and become familiar with Council's Code of Meeting Practice. The position is a voluntary role with no remuneration.

Please note: This role is as a panel member and not an employee of Council.

Essential criteria

The following criteria must be addressed indicating knowledge and experience as required in Council’s Coastal, Estuary and Floodplain Risk Management Sub-Committee Terms of Reference: 

1. That they are a resident and/or ratepayer of the Central Coast local government area
2. Commitment to being available to attend Sub-Committee meetings in the format determined by the Chairperson (i.e., in person, online, hybrid)
3. Ability to represent the views of the whole community.  The person should be viewed by the wider community as bringing an independent view to the Sub-Committee.
4. Ability to educate and inform their community networks on matters considered by the Sub-Committee.
5. Demonstrated skills, knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas:
   • Coastal management and engineering, coastal erosion, and community values of the open coast.
   • Estuary Management, Water quality, habitat, biodiversity, foreshore and streambank protection, and community values of waterways, including tourism, boating, fishing, and aquaculture.
   • Flood risk management: hydrology, flood modelling, land use planning, engineering, flood mitigation, emergency response planning, and community values and development on the floodplain.
   • Community education, awareness, and participation
   • Communication, collaboration, governance and project management.
6. Commitment to formally notifying the Sub-Committee Coordinator of any real, potential, or perceived conflicts of interest.  A conflict of interest may not necessarily disqualify a person from membership however it will be considered as part of the appointment process.
7. Council employees are not eligible to be independent community members of the Sub-Committee.

How to apply

Applications are to be submitted using the online application form included as part of this job advertisement. As part of the application, you must answer a series of questions which address a selection criteria. Please ensure that you provide as much detail as possible in response to the questions asked. You will also need to provide a cover letter and current resume as part of your application.

A shortlist of suitable applicants may be asked to progress to a final interview stage.  

For further enquiries: Please contact Peter Sheath, Section Manager Bushfire and Flood Risk Management on 0401 701 139.

Closing Date:  Applications close at midnight on Sunday, 19 July 2025.

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HOW TO APPLY

Thank you for your expression of interest.

Apply now using our fast, easy to use on-line application process. 

Don't have access to a computer or electronic device? Applications can be lodged at any of Council's 11 Library locations. Pre-book a free 1 hour computer time-slot by contacting your nearest library https://www.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/libraries/our-branches or ask at the  Library enquiry counter.

Please note that you do not need a "password" to use our on-line application system, however you will need to complete your application without leaving the system as your application will not be saved.

** It is recommended that you review the questions and prepare your responses in a Word document or similar before commencing your on-line application. Unfortunately your responses will not be saved if you encounter any problems submitting your application.

To lodge your application, please follow the below steps:

Step 1:  Answer the on-line questions shown below. Please ensure that you provide as much detail as possible in response to the questions asked.

Step 2:  Attach a copy of your current resume and covering letter

Once your application is successfully lodged you will receive an automated response sent to your e-mail address. If a response is not received this means that your application has not been successfully submitted and you will need to lodge another application.

IMPORTANT: If you require assistance to lodge your application please contact our Talent Acquisition team by emailing recruit@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au or phone 0409 601 161 to discuss what reasonable adjustments you may need.

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PLEASE NOTE: By completing and submitting this online application you confirm that any information provided by yourself in this application is true & correct and acknowledge that any offer may be withdrawn should the information that you have provided in support of your application be shown to be false.  You also consent to screening checks being conducted where appropriate.  This may include associated checks (Criminal, financial and academic checks).