Senior Sustainability Officer

Champion a culture of sustainable best practice across our organisation to support our communities into the future!The Shire of Capel is located in the South West, halfway between Bunbury and Busselton. We are nestled between the beach and the forest and are one of the fastest growing coastal Shires in Australia. At the Shire we value Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork which underpin the way we work with our elected members, the community and each other.Job DescriptionAs our Senior Sustainability Officer your will develop, maintain, and implement the Shire's Sustainability Framework and oversee the development and implementation of the Sustainability Action Plan. You will provide technical advice and guidance to all service areas to foster a culture of sustainable best practice and integrate sustainability into strategic plans and projects. You will support sustainability initiatives including sourcing funding, liaising with community stakeholders, and reporting on sustainability targets and objectives.Your passionate and professional attitude will ensure you build constructive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, engaging the business and community in sustainable objectives for the future.The rewards:As part of our team, you will enjoy:

• Flexibility and support
• Investment in you and your career
• An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected
• A strong focus on employee wellbeing and safety
• Full time, 19-day work month
• Base annual salary $80,000 per annum dependent on skills, experience, and qualifications
• Annual leave loading of 17.5%
• Up to 14% Shire superannuation contribution
• Employee benefits program offering a wide range of discounts

For further position related requirements please refer to . If you are viewing this ad in Seek the link may have been removed. Please view this vacancy on our website at capel.wa.gov.au/careers to access the position description.Desired Skills and ExperienceWe embrace diversity and encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to join us in servicing our community for the future.To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate:

• Behaviour that positively demonstrates the Shire's HEART of: Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork
• Experience and/or qualifications in Environmental Science, Environmental Management or Sustainable Development
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills
• Experience in local government or other multidisciplinary regulatory environments
• Strong project management skills and experience
• Experience in preparing successful grant applications
• Strong research, analytical and report writing skills.

Experience with climate change, sustainability and/or coastal management in a Local or State Government context will be highly regarded.Applicants who need assistance with their application or wish to discuss any potential barriers that may prevent them from applying are encouraged to contact Organisational Development on 9727 0222 to discuss.Further position related enquiries can be directed to Shawn Lombard, Manager Projects, Facilities & Assets or Organisational Development on 9727 0222.Applications close9.00am on Monday 20 May 2024.The Shire of Capel reserves the right to commence interviewing prior to the application close date and close this position for applications early should a suitable candidate be found.