Environmental and Sustainability Planner

Permanent, Full time

Band 5

Salary $ 84, Super + Flexible Working

19 day month with RDO or 9 day fortnight option, your choice

About UsThe City of Whittlesea is one of the fastest growing municipalities in Australia. As a local government organisation, we play a pivotal role in the everyday lives of our community. Our vision is to make Whittlesea 2040: A Place For All by ensuring our residents can enjoy access to local services, facilities and infrastructure.

Our staff are passionate, skilled and diverse, providing a great environment to work in and succeed.

The RoleMake a difference in our community

Are you passionate about sustainability and urban planning? As our Environmental and Sustainability Planner, you'll play a vital role in protecting Whittlesea's natural environment and improving sustainability outcomes for our community. From reviewing development proposals to advising on sustainable design and environmental risk management, your work will directly contribute to a greener, more resilient community.

About youThis is a great opportunity for an early career professional with a passion for sustainability and environmental planning. We're looking for someone with strong communication skills, ability to think and solve problems, a willingness to learn, and a keen interest in environmentally sustainable development. If you're enthusiastic, collaborative, and ready to grow your career in a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you

Want to know more?For more information about this position please access a copy of the position description by visiting our website or If you have any questions regarding this role, please contact Nick Bowman, Senior ESD Planner on

To apply for this position, you must address the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description in your cover letter. Please note, that applications that do not address the Selection Criteria may not be considered.

Applications close at 11.45pm on Sunday 19 October 2025

Interviews will take place as suitable candidates are identified.

Please note all applicants must apply online, and no late applications will be accepted.

We are happy to take applications from international candidates if you have a valid Visa to work in Australia.

At the City of Whittlesea, we value diversity and appreciate everyone's strengths. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects our municipality. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, people with a disability and people identifying as LGBTIQ. The City of Whittlesea is also a Child Safe employer.

Council is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that encourages employees to participate, without discrimination, in both work-related and other activities conducted within a work context, with the support of workplace adjustments. Where possible, the Council will identify and resolve potential barriers to the recruitment and employment of people with disabilities within the organisation.

If you require a workplace adjustment to support you during the interview process, please email with your request outlining your preferred method of contact. Workplace adjustment (also known as "reasonable adjustment") is defined as: "Whatever is considered necessary and achievable to enable an employee to perform their job role efficiently and to the best of their abilities". A Workplace adjustment can be requested at any stage in the recruitment process and/or as a part of the employment of an individual.