Environmental Advisor

There has never been a more exciting time to join the City. As we align our organisation to deliver on the Council Plan 2025–2035, we are creating new roles and building the capability needed to deliver real outcomes for our community.

For candidates, this means the opportunity to join a growing organisation at a time of genuine momentum — where your work can help shape services, strengthen community outcomes and contribute to the future of the region.

About the Role

As Environmental Advisor, you will provide specialist environmental advice and lead initiatives that protect and enhance the City's natural assets. Working within the Sustainability and Environment team, you will deliver environmental management programs, contribute to strategic decision-making, and ensure environmental risks are effectively managed in line with legislation and best practice. This is an opportunity to play a key role in biodiversity conservation, land management, environmental compliance, and the delivery of projects that support positive environmental outcomes for the community.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop and implement environmental management plans, strategies and policies.
• Provide specialist advice on biodiversity, land management, environmental risk and compliance.
• Manage environmental projects, investigations and consultant-delivered studies.
• Prepare technical reports, grant applications and environmental documentation.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and represent the City in environmental forums.

What We're Looking For

• Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Natural Resource Management, or a related discipline.
• Experience delivering environmental management programs and providing specialist environmental advice.
• Strong knowledge of biodiversity conservation, land management practices and environmental legislation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and build collaborative relationships.
• Strong analytical, project management and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide evidence-based recommendations.
• Current C Class Driver's Licence and a current National Police Clearance

Why Join Us?

• 6 weeks annual leave and 13% superannuation
• City provided subsidised housing negotiable
• Enjoy your own Free individual membership to our recreation centres and pool facilities, and access $500 of Salary Sacrifice arrangements that can be used for specific programmes or family memberships
• Up to $3,000 per year for approved study relevant to your role
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential wellbeing support
• Opportunities for professional development and to make a meaningful impact in the community
• Commitment to employee wellbeing, safety, and continuous improvement

For enquiries about this position, please contact our People & Culture team on (08) •••• •543