Permanent, full-time

LET’S EXPLORE THE JOB

Do you want to help shape a more resilient future for one of Australia's largest coastal cities?

We're looking for an experienced and passionate climate professional to lead programs that help Lake Macquarie respond to the challenges of climate change, natural disasters and environmental risks. This is an opportunity to influence long-term planning, deliver meaningful projects and work with government, industry and community partners to strengthen resilience across our city.

As a Senior City Resilience Officer, you'll play a key role in developing and delivering initiatives that reduce climate-related risks while helping Council and the community prepare for a changing workplace. You'll combine strategic thinking, project leadership and stakeholder engagement to drive positive outcomes for Lake Macquarie.

This exciting role will:

- Lead and coordinate climate change adaptation projects and programs across Council

- Develop practical solutions that improve resilience to climate-related hazards and natural disasters

- Manage complex projects, including research, planning, consultation and implementation

- Oversee project budgets of up to $3 million

- Build strong partnerships with government agencies, industry representatives, community groups and other stakeholders

- Lead, mentor and support team members to achieve strategic environmental outcomes

- Identify and secure grant funding opportunities
Represent Council at meetings, committees and industry forums

Read the position statement here and learn more about this exciting opportunity.

LET’S HEAR ABOUT YOU

You are an experienced environmental or climate professional who enjoys turning strategy into action and delivering outcomes that make a real difference to communities.

- A degree in Environmental Science,



Natural Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation or a related field, or equivalent experience

- Demonstrated success delivering complex projects in climate resilience, sustainability or natural resource management

- Strong knowledge in climate change adaptation, climate mitigation, environmental sustainability or a related discipline

- Experience developing and implementing programs, strategies and action plans

- Strong financial management and reporting skills

- Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills

- A Class C Driver's Licence

LET’S REVEAL THE PERKS

This position provides:

- Competitive salary from $118,937 to $138,224 per year + 12% superannuation

- Enterprise Agreement pay increases apply

- Commencing salary set in line with skills and experience with annual reviews available to support movement through the salary range

- 35-hour working week, with flexible working conditions

- Long service leave after 5 years

- Education assistance

- Training and development opportunities

- Corporate fitness program from as little as $8 per week

CHOOSE THE LAKE MAC WAY

We know it is our people that will shape the future of our city. That’s why we’re passionate about providing a workplace that empowers our staff to be creative, cutting-edge and bold. When you join the team at Lake Macquarie City Council, you’re joining a group of people with a commitment to make our city even better.



We’re proud of our city and the work we do, and we know you will be too.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse network of employees, which truly reflects the people it serves and represents, is best equipped to understand and meet the needs of our community. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disability. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.

LET’S START

- If this job sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Get your application in by 11:59pm, Sunday 6 September 2026

- For enquiries related to the duties of the role, please contact Daniel Hartin, Coordinator Environmental Planning and Climate Resilience, on 02 •••• •712 or via email [email protected]

- If you need assistance submitting your application click here or please contact Ashlea Norris, Talent Attraction Partner, on 02 •••• •759 or via email [email protected]

- Your experience throughout the application process matters to us. If you'd like feedback on your application or interview, don't hesitate to get in touch — we're here for you!

- To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Statement.

- Please note that as part of Lake Macquarie City Council’s recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.

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