Regional Environment Program Officer

Waverley Council is looking for an experienced Regional Environmental Program Officer who will be responsible for day-to-day operations of projects across 3-Council Regional Environmental Program. Why Join us? Temporary full time $94,870.48 - $109,101.08 plus 12% Super (prorata depending on hours) 21 – 35 hours per week, depending on project workload requirements and in agreement with the candidate Community focused, values driven service Close to public transport A supportive and inclusive work culture Bondi Junction office location close to Bondi Beach, Bronte and Tamarama Contribute to the safety and well-being of the local community Wellness that works for you From annual skin checks and flu shots to our bi-annual health fair, we’re committed to helping you stay healthy The Role The Regional Environmental Program Officer is a collaboration between Waverley, Woollahra and Randwick Councils’ dedicated to delivering tangible sustainability outcomes for our residents, businesses and communities across the three local government areas. As the Regional Environmental Program Officer, you will: Plan, implement and manage community-based sustainability projects across three LGAs Engage and build relationships with local agencies, businesses and residents to drive behaviour change and project outcomes Coordinate initiatives targeting energy efficiency, waste reduction and water conservation Assist in developing outreach strategies to raise awareness and promote engagement Provide expert advice to internal teams and external stakeholders on sustainability best practice and opportunities The role is responsible for designing, implementing sustainability projects. Two of the current trial projects you would be responsible for: Solar Health Check for residents and businesses Stratasphere for strata sustainability About You Tertiary qualification in Renewable Energy, Environment Science, Project Management, or related discipline and / or relevant training and extensive relevant experience. Minimum of 2 years’ professional experience in environmental education, including developing and delivering sustainability engagement and education programs. Experience in facilitating workshops and training sessions. Proven ability to develop and manage education and communication resources. High level communication, organization and project management skills, including event management skills. A strong commitment to delivering quality customer service. An understanding of and commitment to EEO. Knowledge and experience with the strata sector, solar, electric vehicles and energy reduction actions and ability to work out of office hours for meetings is desirable. About us Between the city and the sea, Waverley is a vibrant, welcoming, and inspiring place to live, work and play with its diverse population, creative culture, enriching lifestyle, stunning natural features, and distinctive neighbourhoods. Waverley Council provides and supports a variety of services, programs and initiatives to sustain and improve the quality of life for the Waverley community. This includes the delivery of 22 main services and up to 150 sub-services covering a wide range of activities. How to apply? To be considered for this role, you will need to complete the following: A cover letter outlining your motivation for the role Complete the online questionnaire demonstrating how you meet each of the essential criteria All applications must be submitted through the Council’s website. waverley.nsw.gov.au/council/jobs Please note that pre-employment checks are part of the recruitment process. Please refer to the position description for detailed information on the position and required skills and experience. For more information contact Anthony Weinberg, Regional Environmental Manager, ***************@waverley.nsw.gov.au Waverley Council is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all candidates. We encourage applications from people from diverse groups, including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people; people from culturally diverse backgrounds; young people; older workers; people with disabilities; LGBTQIA+; and other minority groups. If you require accommodations or assistance during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our People and Culture team at ***********@waverley.nsw.gov.au We fully support the aims and objectives of the NSW Officer of Children's Guardian and Child Protection legislation. We will implement necessary practices to ensure a safe and supported Council environment for children and young people. All staff, volunteers and contractor’s welcome child safe and child friendly practices. Application closes on 14 December 2025 @ 11:59PM. How to apply: Visit waverley.nsw.gov.au/council/jobs #J-18808-Ljbffr