Description:
Are you passionate about the environment and committed to sustainability? Snowy Valleys Council is seeking a motivated Sustainability Officer to join our Utilities & Waste Business team. This role provides hands-on experience, supporting key sustainability initiatives, emissions reporting, and environmental programs. This is a Temporary 2 year Full-time position.
Key responsibilities as a Sustainability Officer will require the successful candidate to:
- Assist in developing a Snowy Valleys Council Sustainability and Net Zero Strategy.
- Update the Sustainability and Net Zero Strategy and assist in completing actions of the strategy.
- Promote sustainability initiatives and engage with the local community on environmental programs.
- Monitor and report on Council’s progress toward achieving Net Zero and other sustainability targets.
- Support environmental investigations and public health programs.
- Assist with greenhouse gas emissions tracking, energy audits, and data analysis.
The successful candidate for this position will have:
✔ Enrolled in final year of a degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, or a related field.
✔ Demonstrate knowledge of or interest in greenhouse gas reporting and energy monitoring.
✔ Strong written and verbal communication skills.
✔ Ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
✔ Construction Induction (White Card)
✔ Class C Driver’s License.
✔ Can work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
✔ Is a self starter, eager to learn and contribute to sustainability efforts.
SALARY
Salary will be paid in accordance with the Snowy Valleys Council Salary System at Training (T8) of $2,184.20 per fortnight (gross) plus 11.5% superannuation, negotiable based on skills, experience, and education.
APPLICATIONS:
1. Please apply within this web-based recruitment portal www.snowyvalleys.nsw.gov.au Careers at Council.