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Applications closing on 18 May 2026, 09:00 AM Job TypeFull Time Position Description PD-Environment-and-Sustainability-Manager-May-2026.pdf(PDF, 183KB) The Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority is responsible for protecting and managing one of Australias most iconic coastal landscapes. We care for parks, reserves and marine environments along the Great Ocean Road, including internationally recognised visitor sites. Working closely with Traditional Owners, communities and stakeholders, we protect environmental, cultural and heritage values while supporting sustainable visitation and longterm conservation. The Environment and Sustainability Manager provides strategic leadership and organisational oversight of environmental management, monitoring, research, and sustainability. The role ensures environmental and sustainability policies, frameworks, systems, and programs are developed, implemented, maintained, and continuously improved in alignment with organisational objectives, statutory requirements, and bestpractice environmental governance. The role also provides highlevel advice on environmental risks and opportunities, promotes a culture of environmental responsibility, and builds strong relationships with stakeholders to support organisational outcomes. What youll do Provide strategic leadership for environmental management, sustainability, monitoring and research across the organisation. Set direction and deliver environmental and sustainability strategies, frameworks and action plans. Lead and support onground conservation and land management programs in partnership with internal teams. Manage environmental risk, governance and compliance with legislation and approvals. Drive organisational sustainability initiatives including climate action, resource efficiency and waste reduction. Oversee environmental monitoring, reporting and research partnerships to support evidencebased decisions. Build strong relationships with Traditional Owners, regulators, communities and research partners. Lead, develop and support a highperforming Environment and Sustainability team, including budget and contract management. What were looking for Tertiary qualifications in environmental science, natural resource management or a related discipline. Significant seniorlevel experience (7+ years) in environmental, conservation or sustainability leadership roles. Proven ability to lead teams and deliver complex environmental and sustainability programs. Strong knowledge of environmental governance, risk management, monitoring and reporting. Experience working within regulatory and compliance frameworks. Excellent strategic, communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to advise at an executive level. Everyone is welcome at the Authority. Here at the Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority we are committed to creating a workforce that is diverse and is inclusive of all. We value and embrace the various experiences and perspectives people may have, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work and live and all First Nations peoples, and we pay our respects to their Elders past and present. #J-18808-Ljbffr