• Acquired deep understanding of environmental sustainability principles.
• Demonstrated expertise in environmental sustainability with a practical understanding of environmental policies, programs and government incentives.
• Leadership in sustainability programs and business engagement with a strong track record in leading, developing, and delivering measurable improvements across diverse sectors.
• Permanent full time role with flexible work arrangements.
• Band 6 salary range or from $99,920 -$108,913 plus Super (subject to experience) and monthly RDO for full time 40-hour weeks

The City of Casey is one of Victoria’s largest, fastest growing and most diverse cities. The Council plans and delivers quality services and infrastructure for the more than 400,000 residents and over 36,000 businesses who call Casey home.

Our workspace is located within Bunjil Place, a must-visit destination nestled within Narre Warren in Melbourne’s southeast. Bunjil Place reflects and enhances the city’s rich diversity by providing an energetic and cosmopolitan atmosphere through a lively community meeting place.

Our Benefits:

Benefits | City of Casey

• Experience a flexible, supportive work environment with a strong culture of collaboration and growth.
• Access to diverse professional development opportunities.
• Conveniently located near Westfield shopping centre, with an adjacent gym/pool offering Free Workout Wednesdays, discounted memberships, and an onsite café.
• Work in a multi-award-winning, architecturally designed office with fully equipped kitchens, free coffee, community library on-site, free parking, and more.

We live our values of dreaming big, empowering each other, and making our community proud.

A bit about the role

The position leads Council’s Business Sustainability and Circular Economy initiatives, fostering a culture of environmental responsibility among local businesses. Key duties include managing sustainability programs, promoting resource efficiency, developing circular economy projects and events, and translating emerging trends into actionable strategies that support the City of Casey’s sustainability goals.

Commitment to holistic environmental outcomes through shaping and promoting policies and projects that integrate sustainability in all facets of business.

What you’ll deliver

• Drive Circular Economy and Sustainability Projects that directly contribute to Council’s strategic aims—champion initiatives that help local businesses transition to sustainable practices, promote resource efficiency, and accelerate Casey’s evolution into a circular economy leader.
• Facilitate Environmentally Responsible Business Initiatives by acting as a trusted liaison between businesses and Council regulatory teams—streamline processes, encourage eco-friendly innovation, and foster a culture of environmental stewardship throughout the business community.
• Lead Sustainable Program Planning and Evaluation through managing projects with measurable environmental and business outcomes. Assist businesses in implementing best practice that ensure businesses remain at the forefront of circular economy trends and leverage off associated opportunities.
• Build Strategic Partnerships for a Greener Future by collaborating with industry leaders, government agencies, and local businesses—advocate for sustainable economic development, support green job creation, and promote initiatives that position Casey as a circular economy trailblazer.
• Position Casey as a Premier Circular Economy Destination by contributing to sustainability research, forums, collaborations that highlight Casey’s innovative approaches and attract investment in Casey’s priority sectors

What you’ll bring

• Tertiary qualifications in economics, commerce, marketing, business, communications or management are extremely desirable.
• Relevant experience and a track record of demonstrable achievement in an economic development, or related role
• Willingness to undergo pre-employment background checks including National Criminal History Check, Working with Children Check and Eligibility to Work check.
• A curious, collaborative, and inclusive community mindset.

Position Description: Senior Economic Development Officer - PD - 2025 10 03.pdf

What’s next?

If you think this role might be for you, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply by following the links and attaching a cover letter and resume. We do not require any selection criteria to be addressed.

To find out more about the role, please contact, Daniel Attard - Principal Economic Development Officer at [email protected], on 9709 9767

Applications will be accepted until 11.55pm on Friday 24 October 2025.

Please Note: Applications will not be accepted via email. Please apply by following the links only.

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

At the City of Casey, we are proud to be an inclusive, child safe, and equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities, including those with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ communities, multicultural communities, and refugee or migrant backgrounds.

We are committed to providing a diverse, safe, and inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. We promote gender equity and actively address barriers to employment, ensuring participation without discrimination and supporting workplace adjustments.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Talent Team at 9709 9633 or [email protected].

The City of Casey reserves the right not to make any appointments for this position.

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