Sustainability & Circular Economy Lead - Flexible & Remote

Careers at Council; Nowra; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexitime option

9-day fortnight for outdoor staff

Generous leave entitlements

Professional development and training

Corporate wellbeing programs

Job summary

Shoalhaven City Council is seeking a proactive Sustainability Manager to lead environmental, sustainability and circular economy initiatives across the organisation and community. You will drive strategic projects, develop practical solutions and report on outcomes against the Council's plans.

The role involves developing business cases, funding proposals, budgets and performance measures, with progression through a 4-step salary grade.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Physical/Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience delivering complex sustainability projects with measurable outcomes.
• Ability to translate strategy into practical, evidence-based actions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver environmental, sustainability and circular economy initiatives.
• Develop and report on plans, programs and initiatives aligned with strategic objectives.
• Plan, scope, budget and measure performance of approved projects.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in Physical/Environmental Science or Sustainability or Engineering

Job description

Shoalhaven City Council is seeking a proactive Sustainability Manager to lead environmental, sustainability and circular economy initiatives across the organisation and community. You will drive strategic projects, develop practical solutions and report on outcomes against the Council's plans.

The role involves developing business cases, funding proposals, budgets and performance measures, with progression through a 4-step salary grade.