Senior Sustainability Advisor: Climate & Resilience

Mackay Regional Council; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 113,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary Level A–6

Relocation assistance

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development

Wellbeing program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Mackay Regional Council is seeking a Senior Sustainability Advisor to lead the implementation of its Environmental Sustainability Strategy and drive climate resilience in a dynamic regional coastal community. You will influence decision-making and deliver projects benefiting environmental, social, and economic outcomes across Mackay.

The role is based in Mackay CBD within the Strategic Planning team, focusing on energy management, environmental reporting and cross‑functional collaboration with

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Planning or related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Current QLD C-Class Driver Licence.
• Local government planning experience is desirable.
• Qualifications in leadership or business management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of Council's Environmental Sustainability Strategy.
• Drive climate resilience, sustainable practices and energy management initiatives.
• Provide expert advice on climate risk, sustainability reporting and related legislation.
• Support climate risk assessments and carbon reduction projects.
• Develop policies, plans and business cases to improve sustainability outcomes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to advance sustainability initiatives.
• Promote sustainability awareness across Council and the community.

Skills

Sustainability strategy

Climate risk assessment

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Policy development

Education

Environmental Science or Sustainability degree

Planning related discipline

Leadership qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Corporate systems

Job description

Mackay Regional Council is seeking a Senior Sustainability Advisor to lead the implementation of its Environmental Sustainability Strategy and drive climate resilience in a dynamic regional coastal community. You will influence decision-making and deliver projects benefiting environmental, social, and economic outcomes across Mackay.

The role is based in Mackay CBD within the Strategic Planning team, focusing on energy management, environmental reporting and cross‑functional collaboration with