Sustainable Energy Officer

Melbourne - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Sustainable Energy Officer

Permanent - Full Time

Band 6 $97222.14 super RDO (RDO applicable for full-time 38 hours per week only)

Why Youll Want to Join Us

Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment for a progressive organisation
Hybrid/flexible working arrangements and an emphasis on work/life balance
Supportive and friendly team environment where we value growth and development

About the Role

Yarra City Council has a proud history of environmental action and leadership. Yarra was one of the first local governments in the world to declare a climate emergency recognising urgent action is required by all and has recently developed our second Climate Emergency Plan.

The climate emergency is fast paced growing global movement with local councils at the forefront of action. Yarra Council and the Sustainability Unit have a significant role to play in leading our organisation and supporting our community and businesses in Yarra to achieve best practice zero carbon operations.

What Were Looking For

We are seeking a passionate candidate to join our team who has relevant understanding and experience in supporting the community and businesses (including Council as an organisation) to decarbonise and work towards net zero emissions as well as adapting to the challenges and opportunities of climate change. We are looking for a person with strong communications and relationship building skills and a demonstrated ability to undertake complex projects with many stakeholders within a local government context.

To enable and support the Yarra community Counciland businesses to strategically act on the climate emergency and decarbonise we are seeking a candidate who can:

Lead Council (as an organisation) to account for carbon emissions and support strategic direction and initiatives to ensure best practice zero carbon management and frameworks and organisational engagement in decarbonisation.
Support and project manage climate and energy projects including design and supporting design and roll out of municipal electric vehicle charging.
Lead the design and delivery of programs to engage Yarra business and other organisations to achieve zero carbon outcomes.
Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders local businesses and organisations and delivery partners including participating in shared projects.

The Yarra City Council is a dynamic progressive and sustainable organisation aiming to make a positive difference to the local environment and peoples lives. We are proud of our workplace diversity and inclusive culture and provide staff with significant flexibility and development opportunities.

Benefits Package

Hybrid Working Policy For those working full time hours - 3 days worked in the office and 2 days WFH
Exceptional leave entitlements - 16 days personal leave 18 weeks parental leave plus cultural leave and compassionate leave
Health and wellbeing - free EAP counselling discounted leisure membership 40% off for Staff and 25% off for Managers salary sacrifice childcare options
Professional Development leadership courses and learning workshops Education Assistance Program featuring study and exam leave and up to 50% course fee reimbursement

Need More Info

For further information please refer to the Position Description or contact Indy Lingam at0or

Position Description Sustainable Energy

Applications close on: Sunday 7 December 2025 at 11:55pm.

How to Apply

In your application please include your Resume and a 12-page Cover your cover letter provide a brief overview specifically addressing the Key Selection Criteria as outlined in the Position Description. A separate document addressing KSC is not required.

Additional Information

This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Yarras Commitment to Diversity

Yarra City Council is committed to being achild safe organisationand supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders culturally religiously and linguistically diverse people young people older people women and people who identify as gay lesbian bisexual transgender intersex or queer.

We draw pride and strength from our diversity remain open to new approaches and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

Sustainable Energy OfficerPermanent - Full TimeBand 6 $97222.14 super RDO (RDO applicable for full-time 38 hours per week only)Why Youll Want to Join UsWork in a dynamic and collaborative environment for a progressive organisationHybrid/flexible working arrangements and an emphasis on work/life ba...