Sustainability Project Officer

• $90,739 per annum, plus super
• Full-time, permanent
• Perth CBD location

Help the City of Perth set a pathway towards Net Zero! We are serious about sustainability and are seeking an individual to support this initiative!

The City of Perth is an ambitious Local Government. To achieve our aspirations, we recruit the very best people who understand the city exists to enable and deliver the aspirations of the community. We work together and are proud to be part of Perth’s story. We look to tomorrow with optimism, ready to serve, enable and support the community.

The City is looking for a Sustainability Project Officer to help contribute to the delivery of the Sustainability Strategy, with a primary focus area of environmental improvements, particularly in the energy (buildings) and transport space. This position will conduct research and analysis into sustainability best practice and develop project cases and proposals to justify sustainability improvements.

This role will involve preparing and delivering the Sustainability Implementation Plan, including the collection of knowledge, identification and justification of appropriate actions and undertaking project work to deliver sustainable outcomes across the city. 

As the Sustainability Project Officer, you will support the City by:

• Undertaking research, consultation and analysis of a range of issues relevant to the growth and future of the city and organisation and sustainability best practice.
• Developing a sustainability map, including establishing baseline data, undertaking necessary analytics, and providing high quality advice to influence decision making across the organisation.
• Preparing comprehensive reports for management on a range of sustainable development issues and projects including work breakdown, scheduling, budget, quality, risk and communication elements.

This position will engage with internal stakeholders at all levels of the organisation to embed sustainability into existing processes and procedures.  This role will also engage with external stakeholders including other government bodies.

Above all, you will live our values of commitment, teamwork, courage, and respect that allow us to come together to lead and support the community.

How to apply

By clicking the ‘apply’ button, you will be directed to the City of Perth’s employment page. You can access the position description and apply online with your current resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria.

The application process

Applications for this position are open until the 14th March 2024. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.

Applicants may be considered for similar positions within the City of Perth.

We’re continuing to build a gender-equitable team and a culture that’s just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the City of Perth Community. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.