12 Dec
Council Jobs
Townsville City
Technical Officer Sustainability Systems
- Permanent FullTime chance available (9 day fortnight, 36.25hours/week)
- Degreequalifications in sustainable development, EnvironmentalScience or other demonstrated natural resources andsustainability disciplines
- LGO 5($87,023 - $90,825per annum +superannuation) based on skills, qualifications andexperience
Why ChooseUs
Townsville CityCouncil is the largest local government authority in NorthernAustralia. We are committed to creating value by growing Townsvillethrough driving economic diversity and generating an enrichinglifestyle.
Our organisationprovides and maintains close to $9 billion worth of communityassets including water and wastewater network and treatment plants,bridges, drainage, roads, waste management, community facilities,sporting venues and more.
We contribute to anactive lifestyle for our residents and visitors through events,providing recreational facilities, protecting the naturalenvironment and heritage, while creating a mentally and physicallyhealthy city.
We are drivingeconomic diversity and cultivating an enriching lifestyle, growinga city for this and future generations by building a vibrant,sustainable and innovative city.
Council’svision is for Townsville to be a connected, lifestyle driven andinnovation focused city while continuing to deliver serviceexcellence and to be led by our community to create an excitingtoday and future.
OurVision: A globally connected community driven by lifestyleand nature.
OurPurpose: Grow Townsville
OurValues: Safety, Excellence, Respect, Value,Enjoyment
About the Role
Thisposition will implement systems-based environmental innovations;integrated sustainability technologies; authentic sustainabilitypractices and develop sustainability-focused business cases, casestudies and metrics. Working across all areas of sustainability,living soil, water, wildlife, vegetation/fire management, andeco-efficiency (water, energy, waste, transport, people,
andbiodiversity) and across the urban, peri-urban, and ruralenvironments of Townsville. This position also workscollaboratively across the organisation with different departmentsand as a part of various projects teams and workinggroups.
About You
Theideal candidate is a dynamic, empathic, collaborative andforward-thinking environment/sustainability professional with astrong foundation in sustainable resource management and a proventrack record of delivering impactful, on-ground sustainabilityoutcomes. They possess exceptional project coordination skills andthrive in multidisciplinary settings, working collaboratively withengineers, IT technicians, planners, community development, andgovernment agencies to tackle complex sustainability challenges.With knowledge of systems-based thinking, natural systemsmanagement and/or sustainability, they bring insight intoimplementing locally relevant sustainability action, environmentaldata integration, catchments and coastal systems. Technologicallyadept, they leverage advanced modelling and analytical tools toinform decision-making and demonstrate leadership in fostering asystem-based approach to sustainability. Their commitment toinnovation, collaboration, and integrative thinking makes them acatalyst of sustainability.
How to Apply
Yourapplication can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Pleaseinclude a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how yourskills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achievesuccess in this role.
We also will require your resume and attachedcopies of any licences and qualifications as per the keyrequirements of the role.
For furtherinformation review the PositionDescription.
ClosingDate: 11.45pm, Monday 15 December 2025
What We Offer
- 17.5% annualleave loading
- Up to 5 weeksannual leave
- Up to 3 weeksPersonal/Carers Leave
- 14 weeks paidParental Leave
- Domestic andFamily Violence Leave
- Up to *13.5%Superannuation employer contribution for contributingmembers
- SalarySacrifice opportunities
- Learning andDevelopment opportunities
- FitnessPassport program offering discounted membership to selectedgym, pool, and yoga facilities
- EmployeeLoyalty Program offering discounts at selected localbusinesses
- EmployeeAssistance Program
* The Councilcontribution to employees' superannuation for contributingemployees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earningssubject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of theirordinary time earnings.
We arecommitted to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diversestyles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued,encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds(including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres StraitIslander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities,people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, peoplewith disability, and veterans) are encouraged toapply!
All successfulcandidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as partof the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Councilhas a ‘zero tolerance’ policy to drugs and alcohol inthe workplace.
If you need anyadjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you wouldlike to discuss any accessibility requirements, pleasecontact**************@townsville.qld.gov.auor phone 07 4727 9*** for a confidentialdiscussion.
Attachments:
- N00170_Technical Officer Sustainability Systems PD.pdf
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