FULL TIME – Permanent

Salary Range: Level 6 $126,541 + 12% Superannuation

Location: Applicants must reside in or be willing to relocate to Geraldton or Perth

Vacancy Closes: 5pm, Monday 4th August 2025

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our Environment, Social & Governance team as a Sustainability Coordinator on a permanent full-time basis.

About Us

Mid West Ports Authority (MWPA) provides an essential service, connecting regional Australia to national and international markets as a specialist port catering to boutique and diverse operations.

MWPA operates seven (7) commercial berths and critical marine and land assets which enables the facilitation of trade for the Mid West region, exporting a variety of products including iron ore, grains, mineral sands, non-mineral sands and mineral concentrates. The Port also imports fuel, fertiliser and break bulk cargo. The Port of Geraldton also encompasses the Geraldton Fishing Boat Harbour (FBH), home to Geraldton’s fishing industry. The FBH provides significant opportunities for further development of the Port and activation of a thriving commercial and leisure industry hub.

Mid West Ports Authority embraces diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

About the Role

The Sustainability Coordinator will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop and lead the Mid West Ports Authority (MWPA) sustainability objectives. This role will be responsible for establishing and implementing targeted initiatives and programs aimed at enhancing sustainability performance throughout the organization. This role will also oversee and assess the effectiveness of the sustainability program and support the achievement of MWPA’s sustainability objectives.

About You

· Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability or other relevant qualification

· Demonstrated working history in a sustainability role and a strong understanding of sustainability frameworks

· Demonstrated experience in program and project management within a Port or operational environment

· Demonstrated skills and experience in data analysis, evaluation and strategic problem solving

· Demonstrated high level of written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare complex reports and documents

· Proven experience operating in an area of competing demands and priorities

Benefits:

· Flexible Working Arrangements (applicable roles)

· Health & Wellbeing Program

· 20 Annual Leave days per annum (pro rata)

· 13 weeks paid parental leave (primary carer)

· Annual salary increases

· Access to training and development opportunities

· Access to Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

· Employee and Service Recognition Reward Program

· Free skin checks and flu vaccinations

· Corporate and PPE uniform provided

If we have captured your interest, more information on the role and application process can be found by visiting our website www.midwestports.com.au. See the ‘Careers’ tab.

Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for positions in the public sector.

This selection process will initially be used to fill the advertised vacancy. However, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. This option remains valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

Living in the Mid West:

Mid West Ports Authority is located in sunny Geraldton, situated 400kms north of Perth, Western Australia, and is a coastal, community focused and family friendly town. We also have several key roles based in our Perth office.

Our reputation for sunny days, beautiful beaches, water sports and wildflowers should be enough to tempt anyone, but if you need more convincing check out this video for more information on why you should live and work Geraldton. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yeR-N1Kxpz8