2025 Shire of Carnarvon Manager Environment & Sustainability
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Manager Environment & Sustainability
| Position Number: | TBC |
| Department: | Community Planning & Sustainability |
| Level: | 9 |
| Award: | May be covered under Local Government Officers WA Award |
| Base Salary | $137111.99 plus superannuation vehicle housing and district allowances (if eligible). $6000 retention bonus payable on completion of 3 years. Base Salary and allowances are pro-rata for part-time. |
| Reports to: | Executive Manager Community Planning & Sustainability |
Lead Environmental and Public Health Waste Management and Sustainability Where the Outback Meets the Coast
At the Shire we protect the liveability and unique environment of our coastal community. As the Manager Environment & Sustainability youll lead the charge in public health waste management and green initiatives ensuring our long-term resilience.
This is more than complianceits strategic leadership to deliver major projects and drive a greener future for Carnarvon.
What Youll Do
As our Manager Environment & Sustainability you will:
Demonstrate successful leadership through the application of the Shires core values and promote a work culture of compliance with the Local Government Act (WA) 1995.
Ensure compliance with WA legislation including the Public Health Act 2016 Food Act 2008 Health (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1911 and associated regulations.
Lead planning delivery and continuous improvement of waste management operations including waste strategy development kerbside services waste minimisation programs and compliance monitoring.
Develop and implement sustainability initiatives related to climate resilience emissions reduction environmental protection biodiversity and community education.
Provide specialist environmental and public health advice to Community Planning and Sustainability staff regarding planning applications building approvals onsite wastewater proposals and development compliance.
Monitor risks budgets and operational performance to ensure services are delivered efficiently and meet community expectations.
Youll join a committed team that plays a central role in keeping Carnarvon clean and green.
About You
Youll bring:
Tertiary qualifications or experience in Environmental Science and/or Management Public Health Natural Resources Management Engineering (Environmental or Civil) or Sustainability or Climate Change Studies
Demonstrated experience in delivering environmental health services in a local government context.
Experience in leading teams developing staff capability and managing multidisciplinary work programs.
Strong knowledge of WA public health environmental and waste management legislation.
High-level written and verbal communication skills with ability to prepare clear professional reports and provide sound technical advice.
A commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.
Alignment with our CARECHIP values Courage Authenticity Respect Excellence Cohesion Humility Inclusion Passion.
Experience working in regional or remote local government is highly regarded.
Why Join Us
We value leaders who want to grow their career in a supportive purpose-driven organisation.
Your package includes:
Salary: $137111.99 plus superannuation vehicle allowance district allowance & housing allowance (if eligible).
$6000 retention bonus after 3 years service.*
5 weeks annual leave 2 additional public holidays.
Professional development and training opportunities.
Annual leave travel assistance club membership subsidies gym subsidy and aquatic centre access.
Additional benefits as per our Attraction & Retention Policy.*
A values-led workplace focused on culture wellbeing and community impact.
*Subject to corporate policy.
How to Apply
If youre ready to lead environmental and sustainability intiatives and contribute to a cleaner Carnarvon wed love to hear from you. To view the full position description: PDManager Environment & Sustainability
Applications close: 4pm Sunday 4 January 2026
For more information please contact Max Tangi Senior People & Culture Officer on (08)
The Shire of Carnarvon reserves the right to close applications early and/or commence the shortlisting and interview process prior to the advertised closing date. The position may be filled at any time upon identification of a suitable applicant.
Key Skills
- Program Management
- Data Collection
- Environmental Services
- Industrial Cleaning
- Root cause Analysis
- OSHA
- Project Management
- Team Management
- EPA
- Leadership Experience
- EHS
- Manufacturing
