Head of Sustainability & Environment

Latrobe City Council; Moe; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Latrobe City Council is seeking a Manager Sustainability and Environment to lead the Infrastructure and Sustainability portfolio, delivering services, programs and initiatives for a sustainable and resilient future for Latrobe City in Gippsland.

You will oversee Emergency Management, Environment, Landfill Services and Sustainability functions, partnering with government and community stakeholders to drive long-term strategies and improved service delivery.

Qualifications

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• Knowledge of emergency management, environment, landfill and sustainability services, principles, and functions.
• Understanding of Victorian Government policy and strategy context for waste and landfill services.
• Project management skills, capabilities, and experience are a requirement of this role.
• Preparation of accurate project documentation and reports with a good attention to detail.
• Collaboration with stakeholders including Latrobe Catchment Landcare Network and the Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation to support successful project development and delivery.
• Identification of emerging issues and opportunities, their causes, and works with team and stakeholders to find solutions.
• Demonstrated strong team leadership and management skills to bring teams together to work cohesively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Council's Sustainability and Environment Department, including Emergency Management, Environment, Landfill Services and Sustainability functions.
• Develop and deliver long-term strategies, business plans and service improvements that align with Council's strategic objectives and community vision.
• Provide expert strategic advice to the CEO, Executive Leadership Team, and Council on complex environmental, sustainability and emergency management matters.
• Drive organisational performance through effective financial management, business planning, project delivery, and continuous improvement.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with government agencies, industry bodies, Traditional Owners, community organisations, and key stakeholders.
• Lead, inspire and develop high-performing teams while fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and collaboration.

Skills

Executive leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Project management

Change management

Financial management

Emergency management

Environment & sustainability

Job description

Latrobe City Council is seeking a Manager Sustainability and Environment to lead the Infrastructure and Sustainability portfolio, delivering services, programs and initiatives for a sustainable and resilient future for Latrobe City in Gippsland.

You will oversee Emergency Management, Environment, Landfill Services and Sustainability functions, partnering with government and community stakeholders to drive long-term strategies and improved service delivery.