Sustainability And Environment Officer

Department of Transport and Planning; Ballarat; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Transport and Planning in Ballarat/Geelong region is seeking a Sustainability and Environment Officer to provide environmental and sustainability advice across regional projects, ensuring compliance with Victorian and Commonwealth environmental legislation. You will assess environmental data, manage off-site requirements, and support construction phases.

You'll build partnerships with government agencies, contractors and communities, develop sustainability initiatives, and

Qualifications

• Applies strong environmental expertise, interpreting Victorian and Australian environmental legislation to support compliant and sustainable outcomes.
• Uses critical thinking and sound judgement to assess complex issues and develop practical solutions.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to achieve agreed environmental outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Undertakes environmental assessments and reviews data and reports.
• Manages environmental requirements on and off-site for projects.
• Supports projects during and after construction and promotes sustainability initiatives.

Skills

Environmental expertise

Stakeholder collaboration

Project coordination

Critical thinking

Education

Tertiary qualification in environmental field

Job description

Title: Sustainability And Environment Officer

Requisition ID: 11894

Work Type: Ongoing Full Time

Fixed Term Period: Not Applicable

Location: Western Victoria

Date Posted: 3 Sept 2026

About Us

We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria’s transport, planning and land services. We are committed to a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.

About The Role

Based in Ballarat OR Geelong– (Flexibility may be available on Location)

The Sustainability and Environment Officer provides environmental and sustainability advice across regional DTP projects, supporting investigations, planning, assessment and delivery while ensuring compliance with State and Commonwealth environmental legislation. The role provides technical expertise to achieve positive environmental outcomes for government and local communities.

The role undertakes environmental assessments, reviews data and reports, manages environmental requirements on and off-site, and supports projects during and after construction. It also develops sustainability initiatives, promotes minimal environmental harm, and builds effective relationships with DTP staff, government agencies, contractors and the community. The role requires sound judgement, initiative and adaptability in a changing environment.

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria)

• Applies strong environmental expertise, interpreting and applying Victorian and Australian environmental legislation, policies and standards to support compliant and sustainable outcomes.
• Uses critical thinking and sound judgement, assessing complex issues, identifying information gaps and developing practical solutions in line with environmental requirements.
• Collaborates effectively with stakeholders and experts, building partnerships, sharing information and incorporating diverse perspectives to achieve agreed environmental outcomes.
• Delivers environmental projects effectively, coordinating tasks, monitoring progress, managing requirements and taking corrective action when needed.
• Is adaptable, resilient and future-focused, responding positively to changing priorities, embracing new approaches and staying up to date with best practice, technology and emerging developments.

Qualifications And Experience

You’ll bring:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in environmental or related discipline, with at least 3 years’ experience in an environmental field (mandatory).
• Australian driver’s licence (mandatory).
• Vegetation Quality Assessment Accreditation, experience managing environmental requirements, preparing consultant briefs and reviewing environmental reports, and/or experience in road construction (desirable).

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.

Applications close at 11.59pm on Sunday, 20 September 2026.

For further information about the role, please contact Lee Kols, Team Leader Sustainability and Environment at [e-mail]

Redeployees

If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered. For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy.

Important Information

If you require any adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process or need the advert or attachments in an accessible format (e.g., large print), please contact us. We're here to support you.