Shire of Denmark

Discover Denmark

A vibrant coastal community, connected to the environment, living the village lifestyle.

                                        SUSTAINABILITY OFFICER

About us

The Shire of Denmark is a high performing local government with 99% of staff rating the Shire as a positive place to work and appreciate the people they work with.

The positive values and culture demonstrated by staff at the Shire, create an environment where co-workers can connect and EMBRACE a culture that empowers staff to bring the organisation’s values to life through their daily business interactions with the community.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a suitably qualified individual to fill the position of Sustainability Officer who will be responsible for promoting the preservation and protection of our natural environment whilst balancing the effects of population growth and development of the community.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Will deliver sustainability, biodiversity and waste minimisation projects and programs.
• Establish networks and foster productive relationships with community groups, government agencies and environmental and sustainability groups.
• Develop, implement and review new or existing management plans and strategies, including the Sustainability Strategy and Action Plan and Reserve Management Plans relevant to bushland, coastal and foreshore environments.
• Provide environmental technical expertise and advice on the protection, rehabilitation, enhancement and management of the Shire’s natural assets to internal and external stakeholders.
• Deliver, contribute to or attend relevant internal/external environmental and sustainability events, meetings, workshops and forums as required.

About You: 

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field or demonstrated experience in environmental management, and/or sustainability management fields.
• Considerable experience in the development, management and implementation of environmental sustainability, biodiversity and waste minimalisation projects and programs.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently with demonstrated experience in project, stakeholder, funding and budget management.
• GIS skills and/or experience in similar role (desirable).
• Excellent level of inter-personal and communication skills, delivering a high level of customer service to a diverse range of clients both internal and external.
• ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence.

 The Benefits:

• This a full time role offering an attractive salary of up to $80,000 depending on experience, plus 11.5% superannuation.
• Additional superannuation co-contribution up to 5%, which can be salary sacrificed.
• 5% annual leave loading.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Discounted fitness membership at the Shire of Denmark Recreation Centre.
• Working with a supportive team.
• Great opportunity, providing challenging and varied scope of works.
• Idyllic location, “living the dream” amongst lush forests, beautiful coastal and river environments providing an excellent work life balance.

The Shire welcomes you to apply as follows:

Submission of a (maximum) two page letter including your experience relative to this role and an updated CV. You do not need to address a selection criteria.  Your CV and cover letter should demonstrate how your skills and experience make you a suitable candidate for the advertised position. Please click on the following links to view how to apply Candidate Information Package and Application for Employment Form.  

If you have any questions about the position, Employee Support & Culture can be contacted on (08) 9848 0305.

Applications are to be received no later than 4.00pm on Tuesday 4th March 2025.

The Shire of Denmark reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to the closing date. 

David King

Chief Executive Officer

PO Box 183, Denmark WA 6333

Telephone: (08) 9848 0300

Email: enquiries@denmark.wa.gov.au

Web: www.denmark.wa.gov.au