Permanent, Full-Time | $101,723.29 - $117,859.55 + 12% superannuation | Hurstville
Join Council as our Senior Sustainability Officer and drive impactful climate action, carbon reduction and environmental resilience initiatives that make a lasting difference to our community.
As the Senior Sustainability Officer, you will play a key role in leading Council’s environmental sustainability agenda by providing expert advice, developing innovative sustainability initiatives, and driving progress towards our Net Zero Carbon Emissions Target and Environmental Resilience Action Plan. Working across the organisation and with external stakeholders, you will champion practical solutions that reduce emissions, improve energy efficiency and embed sustainable practices into Council operations, projects and procurement.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced sustainability professional to influence meaningful environmental outcomes across Council and the wider community. You will engage with staff, residents, schools, businesses and government partners to build awareness of climate change and sustainability issues, deliver education programs, secure funding opportunities, and lead projects that support a more resilient and sustainable future. If you are a strategic thinker with strong stakeholder engagement skills and a commitment to driving positive environmental change, we would love to hear from you.
What We Offer
- Permanent, Full time Role - 70 hours per fortnight
- Salary from $101,723.29 - $117,859.55 per annum plus 12% superannuation
- 9-day fortnight subject to operational requirements
- Hybrid working arrangement - with flexible start and finish times
- Fitness Passport Program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities
- Employee Rewards Program
- Ongoing Education and Resources
- Located at the Civic Centre in Hurstville CBD
Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications
- Tertiary qualifications in science or engineering, natural resource management, or a related discipline and/or extensive experience delivering sustainability, energy efficiency and carbon accounting projects/services
- An in-depth understanding of the principles of sustainable development and ability to translate that understanding into projects and policy development
- Demonstrated experience in the field of energy and/or water conservation and planning
- Proven experience and sound knowledge of stakeholder engagement tools and techniques
- Demonstrated experience in preparing reports and managing budgets, including grant applications
- Knowledge of climate change and sustainable design principles applicable for urban areas
- Experience managing large projects across teams or with various stakeholders, and policy development process
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and State and Local Government Policy in NSW, relating to environmental sustainability, climate change and sustainable infrastructure management
If you have made a positive commitment to further your career and you possess the attributes located in the Position Description essential criteria, then please submit your application today.
Applicants are asked to ensure that they provide responses to the targeted questions, failure to do so may result in your application not being considered.
If you would like further information on this role, please contact Fiona Shadbolt, Coordinator Environmental Sustainability and Waste on 02 9330 6146.
Applications must be completed and submitted via our website. Closing Date: Sunday 9 August 2026 11:59 PM AEST
Georges River Council is a progressive, people-focused organisation with 600 dedicated staff delivering exceptional services to our diverse and vibrant community. Our vision is to be 'naturally connected to place, community, and Country'. We are committed to creating accessible green, and liveable spaces, nurturing creativity, protecting the natural environment, and building a thriving local economy.
We foster our values of Accountability, Professionalism, Unity and Honesty and take pride in promoting the image of Council in the community.
We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
At Georges River Council we are committed to putting children first and championing child safety within our community. We actively advocate for the rights of children and young people and will uphold our commitment as a child safe organisation.
Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights (with no Visa restrictions) to apply for this position.
