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Drive environmental excellence across waste facilities, ensuring safe, sustainable operations that support the Sunshine Coast''s future growth and resilience. Applications close: Sunday 8 February 2026 11:59pm AEST Location: Nambour Temporary/Max Term Full-time $116K $124K Total Remuneration Package Vacancy No: 6709 Temporary - Full-time (until September 2026) Why work with us? At Council, were proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create awardwinning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future youll want to join our team ! With the vision to be Australias most sustainable region Connected. Liveable. Thriving , our region is a model of sustainability, where caring for our environment, creating vibrant communities and growing our local economy is a way of life. About the Role The Waste and Resource Management Branch leads sustainable waste services and strategic resource management across the region. Through innovation and practical solutions, the team helps advance Councils goal of being Australias most sustainable region. As a Senior Environmental Officer, you will: Deliver the Landfill and Resource Recovery Centre Program and associated environmental compliance tasks. Manage contracts and oversee contractor performance across operational and closed waste facilities. Provide expert environmental advice, training and guidance on legislation, compliance and best practice. Lead compliance activities, including investigations, corrective actions and incident management. Develop and maintain environmental management systems, monitoring programmes and operational plans. Manage environmental approvals and regulatory requirements for new and existing facilities and projects. Conduct audits, monitoring and field assessments, and prepare performance reports for internal and external stakeholders. Undertake research to evaluate waste diversion, recycling options and emerging environmental issues. Build strong relationships with State Government representatives to support compliance and information sharing. Contribute to project planning, remediation programmes, WHS responsibilities and the delivery of Councils waste management objectives. About you The successful candidate will have Tertiary Qualifications in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering or equivalent Demonstrated project and contract management experience Minimum five years experience in relevant Government or private sectors Comprehensive knowledge of environmental legislation and policy likely to impact on waste management Excellent communication, conflict resolution, interpersonal, negotiation and networking skills. Holder of a current White Card (Work Safely in the Construction Industry) with adequate operational WH&S experience Well developed computer skills including the ability to utilise software relevant to this positions requirements; including the Microsoft Office suite, GIS applications and Council databases. You will be required to have: Diploma of Project Management Knowledge of procurement policy and demonstrated contract development and management experience in local government. Knowledge of Workplace Health & Safety, EEO and Council policy applicable to this position. Our Culture & Employee Benefits Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse , healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits and working styles to suit you: Wellbeing: Your wellbeing is important to us therefore we offer a number of different initiatives such as discounted health related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program and development opportunities. Flexibility: We know it is important to balance life and work, therefore we offer flexible working including a 9-day fortnight and a hybrid WFH model that help you be your best. Extras: Those extras make a difference therefore we offer salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation, smartphones and devices. How to apply Your written application should include: A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile . Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing these criteria; and A current resume or curriculum vitae. Once you have these two documents ready, click Apply and follow the prompts to complete your application. Further Information Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website. For specific enquiries contact Alex Patissier during business hours on 0439 728 489. We''re working hard to create an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Recruitment Team [email protected] . At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr