• Permanent Full Time
• $94,012 pa (plus 11% super and annual pay increases)
• Flexible working arrangements available including flexitime & WFH

We are currently advertising 4 roles in the Environment and Sustainability department. See our employment page for the related positions.

Who we are

At Surf Coast Shire Council we care about our people and our community. Ours is a region full of spectacular coastline, scenic rainforests, rural hinterland and magnificent beaches, not to mention the iconic Great Ocean Road, one of the tourist draw cards of Australia. We are among the fastest growing regional municipalities in Victoria and we exist to help our community and environment to thrive.

Our employees enjoy a supportive and connected culture and flexible work-life balance offering hybrid flexible working options, career development opportunities, free staff onsite parking and much more. We have created an innovative, safe, respectful workplace supportive of equity, inclusion and diversity that eliminates all forms of discrimination, harassment and bullying. We value the uniqueness of individuals and provide an environment in which all employees are able to contribute to our success.

Your New Career

Council’s Climate Action Team are a passionate group of change makers dedicated to responding to the climate emergency, championing better environmental performance across the organisation and actively supporting the community to live more sustainably. The team lead the delivery of Council’s climate emergency response plan with a focus on climate change mitigation, adaptation and mobilising staff and the community in climate action.

What you will bring to the role

We are looking for a Climate Action Officer to lead the delivery of greenhouse gas emissions reduction and energy transition activities across the Surf Coast. To be successful in the role you will have:

• A passion for driving climate action and finding emissions reduction opportunities
• A good working knowledge of carbon accounting and renewable energy solutions, and
• An ability to work in a dynamic environment and positively engage with key stakeholders.

Key Selection Criteria

Mandatory Qualifications and Experience:

• A tertiary qualification in environmental sustainability/science, or related field, or demonstrated equivalent competencies gained through experience in these areas or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience in the design, delivery and evaluation of emission reduction programs both within Council and the community.
• Demonstrated knowledge of climate change issues and action at local, state and federal government levels.
• Strong skills in environmental data management and the use of tools, data systems and/or platforms to measure and analyse organisational performance.
• Demonstrated ability to gain cooperation and assistance from a diverse range of people, including staff, contractors, government personal and community groups.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with demonstrated ability to write engaging web content.
• Highly developed project management skills and experience in working with diverse stakeholders.
• A current WWCC.
• Police Check results that are suitable for this position (will be arranged by Surf Coast Shire Council). A complete international criminal history check is required if the person has worked or lived overseas for any period of time OR a complete national criminal history check is required if the person has only ever worked in Australia.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience:

• Current Victorian driver’s licence.
• General technical understanding of solar and energy efficiency measures in residential and commercial settings.

What you’ll love

• Flexible working arrangements including working from home and flexi time options, RDOs
• Career development & learning opportunities, we help our people grow
• Purchase of additional annual leave
• Free onsite parking
• Leave loading
• Employee Assistance Program and award winning staff wellbeing program

More information on the role accountabilities and key selection criteria can be found in the position description above. If you still need further information please contact Lauren Watt on 5261 0600.

How to Apply

Applications should include:

• a cover letter
• a statement addressing the selection criteria
• a copy of your resume.

Complete the application process by clicking the "Apply Now" button above.

Surf Coast Shire Council is an equal opportunity and child safe employer and completes police checks for all employees.

A position description is attached.