Sustainability and Environment Project Officer

Permanent
Full-time (average of 38hours per week)

The City of Rockingham is an award winning local governmentlocated 40km south of the Perth CBD and is known as the place wherethe coast comes to life. One of the fastest growing localgovernments in the south metropolitan area we are responsible forthe provision and delivery of high quality services facilities andevents that meet or exceed community expectations. Providinga safe and healthy workplace for our employees is important to usand we are committed to employing team members who share the CitysValues of Recognition EthicsService ProfessionalDevelopment EmpowermentCommunication and Teamwork RESPECT. These Values are incorporated into all aspects ofemployment at the City.

Based in the Strategic Planning and Environment team you willassist with a range of environmental and sustainability projectsincluding the development of management plans strategies andpolicies. You will provide high-quality research and administrativesupport contributing to the successful delivery of EnvironmentalPlanning and Sustainability projects. The position will also assistwith community engagement activities including events workshopsand awareness raising. This is an exciting opportunity for someonewith a passion for sustainability and a commitment to creatingpositive environmental outcomes.

To be considered for this role you must address thefollowing selection criteria when completing your onlineapplication:

1. Knowledge of effective strategies to achieve improved waste reduction sustainability and environmental outcomes
2. Well-developed interpersonal verbal and written communication skills
3. Sound decision making time management and project management skills
4. Sound attention to detail and the ability to research and problem solve
5. Degree in sustainable development environmental science or equivalent and / or significant experience in a similar role
6. Current C class drivers licence

We are offering a gross salary of $94367 to$99929 per annum (depending on skills andexperience). We value our employees and offer:

• 12% superannuation with the option to co-contribute up to a further 5%
• A variety of health and wellbeing programmes including a physical health reimbursement subsidy payments of up to $200 per annum free flu vaccinations free skin cancer checks mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services
• Rostered days off available and two additional paid days of absence per annum
• A culture of learning with training/development opportunities including paid study leave and study fees
• Salary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles with novated leasing.

An information package including the position description isavailable on our website.

Applications must be submitted online by 4pm onMonday 17 August 2026.

This process may be used to fill future similar permanent orfixed-term positions that may become available in the City duringthe next 12 months.

If you identify as a person with disability and requireadjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process pleasecontact the Recruitment Team via email at orphone. Were happy to discuss options to assist youe.g. we can provide alternate formats for application forms oralternate methods of applying.

The City of Rockingham encourages applicants from a diverserange of backgrounds including First Nations people people livingwith disability and people who speak a first language other thanEnglish.