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Form of workPermanent, full time position
About us:
We are a values driven organisation proud to be serving our community with a broad and diverse range of services. Our community is active and engaged, and proud of our diverse culture, green spaces and built environment. We are connected by our vibrant local centres and our focus on creating safe and welcoming places for people. We are making big changes at the City and by working together we are coming up with more efficient and innovative ways of doing things and by being able to make a difference in the community brings us great job satisfaction. If you are looking to work with an organisation that promotes a positive and inclusive workplace, has a friendly working environment and truly believes their workforce is their most important asset, then the City of Bayswater could be the place for you.
About the Position:
The Sustainable Officer will deliver the City of Bayswater’s sustainability program. Responsibilities include climate change adaptation and delivering energy and water use reduction initiatives. Fundamental to this it the ability to collaborate with the community, staff and government organisations to develop effective environmental policies. To be successful in this role you will have proven ability to create, collaborate and contribute to a high performing team with developed research and analytical skills as well as excellent written communication skills with the ability to influence a range of audiences.
About the Person:
The successful person will have previous experience in a sustainability role or delivery of similar operational role. We are looking for someone who has an understanding and passion for researching, implementing and educating on sustainability and climate change. In addition to demonstrating excellent oral, written and electronic skills, we are looking for someone who can demonstrate the ability to deliver work within tight deadlines and within budget, have developed time management and organisational skills, and the ability to meet competing priorities. Customer service skills is also desirable for this position. The successful candidate should possess highly developed customer service and conflict resolution skills.
It is imperative that you hold a relevant tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Public Administration, Policy or Urban, Regional Planning and a current Working with Children Check.
What we offer:
You will love working here because we believe we have great staff who are motivated and passionate about what they do. We get to make a difference in the community which brings great job satisfaction. We offer a competitive salary plus super, as well as access to City of Bayswater staff benefits including:
- 11% superannuation plus matching co-contributions up to 5%
- Additional 2 days leave per year plus Annual Leave loading
- Flexible work arrangements
- Free aquatic and gym membership
- Training and development opportunities
- Employee health and wellbeing program
- Free onsite parking
- Employee Assistance Program
- Corporate health insurance discounts
- Diverse and inclusive work environment
*conditions apply
Closing Date: 9.00am, Tuesday 7th May 2024
To view the Position Description and information about working for the City of Bayswater, please download the attachments below.
For any further queries please contact Alex Devine, Environment Manager on 9272 0660.
The City of Bayswater reserves the right to close this advertisement prior to the closing date. Candidate screening and interviews may take place prior to the advertised close date. Applications may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.
TO APPLY click the "APPLY NOW" button.
Applicants should include a current CV and a two page cover letter describing how you meet the requirements of the role identified within the Position Responsibilities within the Position Description.
JEREMY EDWARDS
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
The City of Bayswater is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we promote a workplace that values and foster the diversity of our staff. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBQTIA+ community, and young people.
