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Manager Sustainability (Environment)

City of Palmerston

Palmerston, Australia

Date posted: June 14, 2024

Closes: Jul 08, 2024


  • Modern, dynamic and contemporary working environment
  • Permanent opportunity ($130,000 - $140,000 + Super)
  • Six weeks annual leave plus a wide range of employee benefits
If you are interested in applying for this role, click this link or contact John Oberhardt from LG Services Group at 0411869110 or email john@lgsg.au

About us

Our council presents an exciting opportunity for people seeking a dynamic, progressive and fast-paced organisation.

We have developed a positive workplace culture where collaboration and personal development are core components.

Ours is a genuine commitment to making a tangible impact on the community through a role offering both purpose and stability.

Invest in your own professional and personal growth and be a real contributor to the experience of the Palmerston community.

There is a sense of pride in the work we do and what we can achieve together for the people of Palmerston.

Coming together with like-minded people is energising and engaging – you know when you apply yourself you can make a difference that matters.

We see investing in our people as an investment in our community.

Our Commitment to You and Our Customers

At CoP we value

  • Teamwork
  • Commitment and Accountability
  • Sustainability and Self-Sufficient
  • Quality Resources
  • A culture of Continuous improvement

In addition to our focus on culture, values, and behaviours, we embed our Customer Service Charter in everything we do both internally and externally. The pillars of our Customer Service Charter are:

  • Make it easy for customer
  • Perform with pride
  • Listen, learn and act
  • Evaluate and improve

About the Opportunity

As the Manager Sustainability (Environment), you will be supported by an Environmental Officer, Land Conservation Officer and Operations Supervisor in leading Council’s sustainability, environment, waste and land management initiatives and ensuring community needs are met and delivered with a customer focus whilst cultivating a culture of collaboration, commitment and accountability underpinned by cost effective operations and use of Council’s resources.

The role reports directly to the Executive Manager Environment and is responsible for the leadership and management of a range of programs and services including:

  • Waste Management and Education
  • Sustainability Strategy
  • Environment and Land Management Planning
  • Emergency Management
  • Minor and Major Capital Projects as relevant to position
  • Outdoor workforce, focusing on lake maintenance, irrigation and CBD amenity

About you

You should have Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Management or a related field, a minimum of 3 years relevant work experience relating to waste, land conservation and/or environment management. Demonstrated experience in leading and managing multidisciplinary teams, projects and programs, contract and project management including tender process and negotiation and managing budgets and resources. A high level of communication skills including the ability to convey and impart complex information in an easy-to-understand format and a proactive attitude towards workplace safety.

What we can offer you:

  • A great team environment and culture
  • Attractive salary
  • Generous leave entitlements including six weeks annual leave.
  • Professional development opportunities

Diversity

At City of Palmerston we embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

To view a copy of the position description and to 'Apply' please see below.

Closing Date: Monday 8 July 2024

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