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Employment type: Fixed term until April 2027 (parental leave)

Hours per week: 38

Remuneration: Band 6 salary from $104,133.36 per annum plus superannuation and a fortnightly RDO

Location: Werribee based with potential for a hybrid work arrangement



About the role

The sustainability officer plays a key role in achieving Council’s environmental objectives through infrastructure projects and sustainability initiatives across the organization. During this contract, the officer will participate in electric vehicle charger, electrification and battery projects. The role also interacts with broader environmentally sustainable design activities in capital buildings projects and planning.

The responsibilities of this position include reporting on Council carbon emissions and supports the development of strategic targets and programs to meet Wyndham’s climate change mitigation objectives.

The officer works collaboratively across a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders in the form of project coordination, capacity building and embedding sustainability practices that align with Council's strategic direction.


What your day will look like

  • Delivery of capital works projects with a focus on electric vehicle infrastructure delivery and maintenance, energy efficiency, electrification, solar PV and batteries, including the management of contractors and consultants.
  • Accounting and reporting on scope 1, 2 & 3 emissions and data management.
  • Grant funding management, including milestone and budget reporting and knowledge-sharing activities.
  • Supporting the development of emissions reduction strategies and programs.
  • Supporting environmentally sustainable design programs in planning and capital works.
  • Engaging with a broad range of stakeholders to foster positive sustainability outcomes.
  • Provide coverage and support across the wider sustainability team including, community engagement and internal behaviour change activities.



What you will bring

  • Demonstrated experience in project management with an understanding of delivering grant funded projects.
  • Experience in carbon emissions reporting (e.g. AASB S2, Climate Active, NGER or GHG Protocol) and/or utility data management..
  • Previous experience with procurement in a local government context (desirable).Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to engage with a diverse range of people.
  • Proven stakeholder engagement including sound influencing skills.
  • Strong data analysis skills (e.g. advanced proficiency of Microsoft excel) with ability to clearly communicate key data insights.
  • Relevant Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Project Management, Engineering disciplines, Sustainability or related field and subsequent post graduate experience and / or relevant industry experience.


If you progress past the interview stage, you may be required to complete pre-employment screening, which may include police checks, a medical, qualification verification, and an Australian work rights check.


Why join Wyndham

We are one of Australia’s fastest growing and most diverse cities.


By 2040, we will have more than 500,000 residents and our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared.


Look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community. It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong.


Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work. Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce.


How to apply

Please apply online by submitting your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role via the provided link.


Applications close at 11:59PM on Sunday, 3 May 2026.


If you have further role-specific questions, please contact Daniel Mack, Team Leader Sustainability on 03 8734 6146.

Wyndham City Council is committed to providing a recruitment experience that is fair, inclusive, and accessible. If you have specific accessibility needs or general recruitment enquiries, please contact our Careers team via careers@wyndham.vic.gov.au or 03 9394 6860.


Current Wyndham employees who accept a permanent or temporary role of 12 months or more must relinquish any existing casual position with Council, regardless of whether the new role is full-time or part-time. Additionally, employees cannot be absent from their substantive position for more than 24 months. If this occurs, they may be required to relinquish or return to their substantive role.


Child Safe Organisation

Wyndham City Council has zero tolerance to any form of child abuse and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children. We create and maintain a child safe organisation which is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees, volunteers and contractors. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a culture of safety within the Council, which includes the inclusion and empowerment of Aboriginal children, their families, and communities. Our recruitment practices reflect this.


Diversity and Inclusion

At Wyndham City Council we value workforce diversity and inclusion and embrace individual uniqueness. We value diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, while providing high-quality services to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexuality.


Wyndham has one of the largest Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in the Western Region, with a rich and diverse history. We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. To read more about Wyndham City’s Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan, please visit our website.