Environmental Sustainability Officer

• BAND 6 position: Salary Range $99,826.83 - $108,811.49 inclusive of superannuation.
• Permanent full-time position with monthly RDO
• Flexible workplace with high performing culture

About Baw Baw Shire Council

A Baw Baw Shire Council career goes beyond business as usual. You'll find exciting development pathways rich in opportunity. Our thriving and engaged culture-first workplace is built on the passion and talent of people who proudly deliver vital services and exciting projects to a community they care about.

Our organisation comprises of a multicultural workplace of around 400 full-time, part-time and casual employees, all benefiting from great flexibility, work/life sway, study support, health and wellbeing initiatives and ongoing learning and development programs.

At Baw Baw Shire Council, we invite our people to tackle projects that keep them inspired. We encourage the exploration of new ideas. We support the enhancement of building on current skills and developing new ones.

Located adjacent to Melbourne, Baw Baw Shire is one of Victoria's fastest growing municipalities with freeway and V/Line access into Melbourne's CBD and suburbs. This allows easy access to training, seminars and conferences in the city, without diminishing the direct impact that comes from working within a close-knit rural community.

To learn more visit www.bawbawshire.vic.gov.au

About the Role

An exciting opportunity exists for a suitably qualified environment professional to join Baw Baw Shire’s Environment Sustainability team in the role of Environment Sustainability Officer, to protect and enhance Baw Baw Shire’s environment, through the delivery of strategic projects and environmental management and monitoring of Council’s resource recovery sites.

Are you passionate about Environmental Sustainability and eager to make a meaningful impact within your community? Baw Baw Shire is seeking a dedicated Environmental Sustainability Officer to join our team. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in safeguarding and enhancing our environment through the implementation of strategic projects and effective environmental management practices. Some of the Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Overseeing the implementation of the Environment Sustainability Strategy including the delivery of key actions such as Council’s Carbon Emissions Reduction Plan and Circular Economy Policy.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, including site management and environmental monitoring at Council’s Closed Landfill and Transfer Station sites.
• Provide advice both internally and externally on environmental matters relating to climate change mitigation and adaptation

About the Successful Candidate

As the ideal candidate, you will possess a strong background in environmental science or a related field, coupled with experience in project management and stakeholder engagement. Your ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, will be crucial as you collaborate with internal teams, external stakeholders, and members of the community. If you are driven, innovative, and committed to fostering sustainability, we want to hear from you.

Further Information and How To Apply

To apply, please review the position description and complete your application below including a current copy of your resume and a covering letter.

Applications close 5pm April 14 2024 and must be submitted through the application form below.

Baw Baw Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and works in the interest of the safety of children and young people. Our recruitment processes reflect this commitment.