• Part time (0.6 FTE), Ongoing
• Band 6, Starting salary $88,418 (Pro rata) plus superannuation

The City of Greater Bendigo is in the heart of central Victoria on Dja Dja Wurrung and Taungurung Country. Located just 90 minutes’ drive to Melbourne, our region offers all the benefits of a large city with a warm and welcoming country feel.

With a growing population, Greater Bendigo is an attractive region that boasts the Bendigo Art Gallery, theatres, stunning heritage buildings and natural surrounds that provide great recreational opportunities.

Our region is famous for its food and wine as well as having high quality education and health services. There is a wide range of housing options and excellent rail and road networks with Bendigo Airport having regular direct flights to Sydney. We provide over 65 important services to support our community which is heading towards a population of 200,000 by 2050. Now is a great time to join us!

The Role

The Zero Emission Business Engagement Officer will support businesses in the municipality to develop zero emission action plans that help them reduce their emissions and power bills now and to plan for a zero emissions future.

You be an advocate on behalf of the community into the business that’s investing in energy efficiency, renewable energy, transport and other projects to build lasting relationships within the community.

About You

You're someone who thrives on building connections and fostering collaboration to reduce emissions using your skill set:

• Attention to detail, critical thinking, problem-solving and innovation.
• Ability to work with others and contribute to a team.
• Time management skills.
• Self-awareness and empathy for others.
• Communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships and networks with diverse internal and external clients.

A satisfactory police records check and Working with Children Check is required for this position.

Benefits

• Work on a range of valued and interesting projects | Support our community
• Annual salary increases | Learning and development opportunities
• Access to a range of mental health and wellbeing supportive initiatives

Visit our Employee Benefits website for more of our benefits.

Contact

If you require any further information regarding this position, please contact Ian McBurney, Coordinator Climate Action on 0408 512 234.

To Apply

Please submit your cover letter, outlining why you are interested in this position and detailing your relevant experience with your current CV/resume by close of business.

A position description is attached.