Sustainability Education Officer

The Role

The Sustainability Education Officer will work collaboratively with the Natural Environment & Sustainability Branch to develop and deliver materials and programs in order to inform and educate the community on key matters in relation to the operations of the Development & Environmental Services Department. 

This position will lead the design, delivery and facilitation of related community programs through education, development and distribution of resource information and on ground delivery coordination.

About You

You will have tertiary qualifications in Education, Environment, Communications or related field or equivalent and a demonstrated experience in developing, implementing, evaluating, promoting and monitoring sustainability or community education programs. You will have an understanding of waste sustainability issues and associated regulatory and policy frameworks.

Additionally, you will possess excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to liaise, consult, negotiate and influence across diverse groups and audiences. You have proven project management skills, including planning, organising, implementation and reporting.

Our Council

It is an exciting time to be part of the Cassowary Coast Regional Council, our commitment to a shared set of values offers great experiences through the building of a dynamic and inclusive workplace and community culture.

Employee Benefits

• Monthly RDO
• 5 weeks annual leave (plus 17.5% loading)
• 15 days personal leave
• CCRC Uniforms provided
• Up to 12% employer superannuation contribution
• Access to discounted health insurance
• Salary packaging opportunities for vehicles, rent, mortgages, electricity and gas
• Fitness Passport Wellness Program for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Our Region

Nestled between one of the seven natural wonders of the world, the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and the World Heritage listed Wet Tropics rainforest, is the beautiful Cassowary Coast Region. Consisting of coastal and hinterland communities with 30,000 residents across the major townships of Cardwell, Mission Beach, Tully and Innisfail.

Apply Now

All applications must be submitted via the Cassowary Coast Regional Council website by 7.30pm Monday 29 April 2024.

On our website, review further position information and submit your application via the Apply button for this role, ensuring you include:

• Cover Letter (max 2-3 pages) and the reason you are the ‘best fit’ for this role
• Current Resume showcasing relevant skills, experience and qualifications
• Current Licences/Qualifications, relevant to this role

Shortlisted applicants may be requested to participate in a one way interview process with Spark Hire. Successful applicants will be required to complete a drug and alcohol screen and a full medical to ensure their fitness to perform the requirements of this position.

Any Questions

If you have questions after reading the information on our website, or you are having difficulty viewing the position online, please contact us: 

People & Safety,P: (07) 4030 2216 or E: ***********@ccrc.qld.gov.au

Cassowary Coast Regional Council is strengthened by diversity and we celebrate our inclusive workplace culture that brings great value to our organisation and community as a whole. We promote and apply equality of opportunity throughout our recruitment process and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. 

This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer.