Corporate Sustainability Officer

The City of Parramatta is going through unprecedented change and transformation as we grow and transform into a Global City. The intensity of growth and investment in City of Parramatta means that Council, their partners, and community have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape the City's future and ensure it is culturally, socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable. 

About the role

We are seeking a Corporate Sustainability Officer to join our Environment and Sustainability team on a parental leave cover. This role supports the integration of sustainability principles across Council operations, focusing on energy, water, waste, emissions, fleet and procurement initiatives.

On a daily basis you will:

• Coordinate environmental audits, retrofits and operational changes across Council facilities and services
• Analyse and report on corporate sustainability indicators to inform decision-making
• Manage Council's environmental sustainability data platform and ensure accurate tracking of utility usage and emissions
• Oversee contracted energy and water efficiency projects, ensuring timely and budget-conscious delivery
• Collaborate with service units to implement sustainability measures and staff engagement programs
   

About you

You are a data-driven decision-maker with a passion for driving environmental performance with extensive experience in environmental sustainability or related field. 

You will also bring: 

• Proven project management experience including budgeting and contracts 
• Strong ability to influence behavioural change through environmental education
• Proficiency in data analysis, database management and reporting, particularly utility and emissions data
• High-level interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills
• Advanced computer literacy including trend analysis and data interpretation

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in environmental science, environmental management or a related discipline
• Current Class C Driver's Licence

 What's on offer

This is a Full Time Term Contract (Parental Leave Cover) Up to October 2026. 

We are offering an attractive remuneration from $96,262.36 to $106,006.97 plus 12% superannuation.

In addition City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include: 
 

• Free Parking onsite
• A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid WFH arrangements
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Central Parramatta location (Public transport at our door, discounted parking)
• Significant leave benefits (up to 12 days flexi-time, 3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year)
• Learning and development opportunities
• Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, flu shots, etc.) 

Want to know more? 

Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description. 

Alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Nishan Adhikari on or email

Review our Values Flyer which outlines Council's core values and behaviours. 

How to apply 

Candidates MUST apply online. Please attach a current Resume and a Cover Letter addressing how your experience and skills meet the requirements of this role.

Applications close 9pm, Friday, 14, November 2025 and will not be accepted through any other medium.

The successful candidate is expected to commence in January 2026.

This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo a Criminal History Records check. A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection.  
 

The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result. 

Inclusion, Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experiences, and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, ADF veterans, LGBTIQA+ and other culturally diverse groups.  We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights in Australia to apply for this position.