Manager Sustainability and Environment

Latrobe City Council; Morwell; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Latrobe City Council seeks a Manager Sustainability and Environment to lead the Sustainability and Environment Department, including Emergency Management and related functions, to drive strategies delivering a sustainable future for Latrobe City.

You will work with the Executive Leadership Team, Councillors, government agencies, and community organisations to deliver strategic outcomes while guiding a growing team through innovation and change.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of emergency management, environment, landfill and sustainability services.
• Strong project management and documentation skills.
• Ability to engage diverse stakeholders and build partnerships.
• Proven leadership of multidisciplinary teams and delivery of programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Latrobe City Council's Sustainability and Environment Department.
• Develop and deliver long-term strategies aligned with community vision.
• Provide expert strategic advice to executive leadership on environmental matters.
• Drive organisational performance through financial management and project delivery.
• Build partnerships with government, industry, and community stakeholders.
• Lead, inspire, and develop high-performing teams with a culture of innovation.

Skills

Emergency management knowledge

Sustainability leadership

Project management

Documentation/reporting

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Job description

We're looking for a Manager Sustainability and Environment to join ourInfrastructure and Sustainability leadership team. In this pivotal role, you'llprovide strategic leadership across Council's Sustainability and EnvironmentDepartment, ensuring the delivery of services, programs and initiatives thatsupport a sustainable, resilient, and environmentally responsible future forLatrobe City.

Leading a diverse portfolio that includes EmergencyManagement, Environment, Landfill Services and Sustainability, you will workclosely with the Executive Leadership Team, Councillors, government agencies,community organisations and industry stakeholders to deliver strategic outcomesthat benefit our community today and for future generations.

This is a rare opportunity to influence the long-termenvironmental and sustainability agenda of one of Victoria's largest regionalcities while leading experienced teams through a period of growth, innovation,and change.

Why Join Us at Council?

When you join Latrobe City Council, you'll make a realimpact in your community while working in an inclusive, supportive and childsafe environment that values your growth and wellbeing. We offer:

• Opportunitiesto support your learning, development, and career progression.
• Acollaborative team environment where you'll feel supported and connected.
• Meaningfulwork where you can make a difference in the community.
• Apositive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Flexibleworking arrangements to support your work-life balance.

Join a team that supports you to thrive and empowers you togrow your career, right here in the heart of Gippsland.

About the Latrobe City Region

Located just two hours east of Melbourne, Latrobe City isGippsland's regional city, home to more than 79,000 people and offering anoutstanding regional lifestyle. From vibrant town centres and growingcommunities to stunning natural environments, the region provides a uniqueopportunity to build a rewarding career while enjoying the benefits of regionalliving.

As a key regional centre undergoing significanttransformation, Latrobe City offers the opportunity to contribute to projectsand initiatives that will shape the future of the region for generations tocome.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leadand manage Council's Sustainability and Environment Department, includingEmergency Management, Environment, Landfill Services and Sustainabilityfunctions.
• Developand deliver long-term strategies, business plans and service improvementsthat align with Council's strategic objectives and community vision.
• Provideexpert strategic advice to the CEO, Executive Leadership Team, and Councilon complex environmental, sustainability and emergency management matters.
• Driveorganisational performance through effective financial management,business planning, project delivery, and continuous improvement.
• Buildand maintain strong partnerships with government agencies, industrybodies, Traditional Owners, community organisations, and key stakeholders.
• Lead,inspire and develop high-performing teams while fostering a culture ofinnovation, accountability, and collaboration.

About You

You are an accomplished and forward-thinking leader withsignificant experience managing complex service portfolios, programs, andmultidisciplinary teams. You combine strategic vision with a strong focus onimplementation, enabling you to deliver meaningful outcomes in a dynamic andevolving environment.

You bring a proven track record of delivering organisationaloutcomes through strong leadership, sound judgement, stakeholder engagement,and change management. You excel at building high-performing teams, fosteringcollaborative partnerships and creating a culture of innovation, accountability,and continuous improvement.

Most importantly, you are passionate about drivingsustainability, environmental stewardship and organisational excellence whilehelping shape the future of Latrobe City.

Key Selection Criteria

• Knowledge of emergency management, environment,landfill and sustainability services, principles, and functions.
• Understanding of Victorian Government policyand strategy context for waste and landfill services.
• Project management skills, capabilities, andexperience are a requirement of this role.
• Preparation of accurate project documentationand reports with a good attention to detail.
• Collaboration with stakeholders includingLatrobe Catchment Landcare Network and the Gunaikurnai Land and WatersAboriginal Corporation to support successful project development and delivery.
• Identification of emerging issues andopportunities, their causes, and works with team and stakeholders to findsolutions.
• Demonstrated strong team leadership andmanagement skills to bring teams together to work cohesively.

We encourage applications from candidates with diversebackgrounds and experiences, even if you don't meet every requirement.

Successful applicants will be required to apply for andsatisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children'sCheck.

Belonging at Latrobe City Council

At Latrobe City Council, we are committed to creating asafe, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong. Wehave zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to maintaining a childsafe organisation. Our recruitment practices reflect this. We value diversityand welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, andidentities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitmentprocess and offer support through our Indigenous Employment Program forAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. For further information,contact ***************@latrobe.vic.gov.au or 1300 367 ***. If you requirereasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please contactour Careers team at *******@latrobe.vic.gov.au or 5128 6113.

5.00pm on Thursday 19 November2026.