Status:

Permanent, Part Time (0.55 FTE). This position is initially offered at 42 hours per fortnight, with the possibility of an increase in hours in the future.

Salary range:

$99,467.18 - $104,648.04 per annum, pro rata depending on skills, qualifications and experience.

Opportunity:

The City of Albany’s Sustainability and Waste Team is looking for an experienced and passionate individual to take up the role of Sustainability Officer.

Reporting to the Coordinator Sustainability and Waste Strategy, this role will see you responsible for, but not limited to, developing and delivering sustainability programs in line with the City’s Community Strategic Plan. The role includes delivering key action areas of the Community Waste Resource Strategy, increasing active transport in the City, and other sustainability initiatives.

About You:

This role requires excellent interpersonal skills, strong knowledge of sustainability principles and practices, and proven experience in community consultation, behaviour change, and relationship management. A relevant tertiary qualification—or equivalent workplace experience—is also essential.

If you meet the above requirements, have experience working in a similar position and possess a strong knowledge of sustainability, please apply.

About Us:

The City of Albany is one of Western Australia’s most important and historic regional Cities. The services, facilities and activities that we offer are continually evolving and expanding. As an employee of the City, you can help us to reach our full potential. We employ around 450 staff members and provide an exceptional and committed service to the City of Albany and we create an environment where every employee has an opportunity to succeed. We are committed to a more diverse workforce and promote diversity and equal opportunity employment.

What We Offer:

The City offers some great benefits including flexibility in when and where you work to ensure a work-life balance. You will also enjoy a range of other benefits including:

Superannuation co-contributions of up to $4,500 per financial year

Professional development opportunities, including training, memberships, and study assistance

Excellent leave entitlements including annual leave loading and the ability to purchase up to an additional 8 weeks’ annual leave per year

Employee health and wellness program and initiatives including yearly flu vaccinations, skin checks and health assessments

Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family

Free ALAC Memberships

Festive leave days

Volunteering support

Generous study assistance

Employee recognition program

Discounted Private Health Insurance

Novated Leasing (where applicable)

Interested? To apply visit https://albany.elmotalent.com.au/careers/albany/job/view/601 for a full job information kit.

Applicants must clearly address the selection criteria in the Conditions and Selection Criteria Document to be considered for interview.

If you are having any difficulties or for further assistance with the process please contact People and Culture at [email protected] or on 6820 3110.

Role related queries should be directed to Julie Passmore, Coordinator Sustainability and Waste Strategy on 6820 3918 or at [email protected].

Deadline: Applications close 5pm, Thursday 23 October 2025.

The City of Albany is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion across all its organisational practices and is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with lived disabilities, and individuals of all ages, sexual orientations, and gender identities.