Coordinator Environmental Sustainability and Waste

Temporary, Full-time (12 months) | $137, $159, % superannuation | Hurstville

About the Role

Georges River Council is currently seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Coordinator Environmental Sustainability and Waste to join our dynamic and busy Environment, Health and Regulatory Services Team. The successful candidate will co-ordinate the development and implementation of strategies, plans, policies, contracts and programs that protect and enhance the natural environment and improve the environmental sustainability of the Local Government Area. Furthermore, to build and enhance organisation knowledge and capacity to implement environmentally sustainable practices and waste management initiatives to deliver quality environmental outcomes.

The position involves preparing tenders, securing and managing grant funding, and driving initiatives that promote sustainable practices across Council and the community. You'll also represent Council in meetings, committees, and regional collaborations, while staying abreast of emerging technologies and legislative changes. As the Coordinator, you'll support staff development and ensure high-quality service delivery, acting as a key escalation point for customer and councillor enquiries. This is a dynamic role for someone passionate about environmental resilience and community impact.

What We Offer

• Temporary, Full-Time position – 70 hours per fortnight (12-month parental leave cover)
• Salary range $137, $159,150.21 per annum, plus 12% superannuation
• Vehicle Allowance
• Opportunity to work a 9-day fortnight
• Hybrid working arrangement – with flexible start and finish times
• Health and Wellbeing Paid Leave
• Fitness Passport Program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Rewards Program
• Ongoing Education and Resources

What We Are Looking For

• Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Sustainability or related field
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing plans, policies, programs and associated works that will enhance the natural environment
• Demonstrated experience in project management, including project briefs and timelines, preparing budgets within constraints and post project evaluation
• Extensive experience in waste services contract management including local government procurement legislation, the writing and evaluation of tenders and high attention to detail in managing contractor performance in line with contract requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to develop innovative, practical solutions to complex and potentially sensitive environmental management matters
• Demonstrated understanding and application of relevant waste and environmental legislation
• Sound influencing and negotiation skills and proven ability to interact and communicate with diverse stakeholders
• Proven extensive experience in people leadership, development and engagement with the ability to motivate, and create a positive workplace culture while ensuring performance in line with Council's policies and processes
• Experience managing multi-million-dollar operational budgets, and financial reserves
• Class C Drivers Licence

If you possess the attributes located in the
Position Description
essential criteria, then please submit your application today.

Applicants are asked to ensure that they provide responses to the targeted questions, failure to do so may result in your application not being considered.

If you would like further information on this role, please contact Andrew Spooner, Manager Environment, Health & Regulatory Services on

Applications must be completed and submitted via our website. Closing Date: Friday, 10 October 2025 at 11.59 PM AEST.

Offers of employment at Georges River Council are contingent upon satisfactory results of a thorough background check.

Georges River Council is a progressive, people-focused organisation with 600 dedicated staff delivering exceptional services to our diverse and vibrant community. Our vision is to be 'naturally connected to place, community, and Country'. We are committed to creating accessible green, and liveable spaces, nurturing creativity, protecting the natural environment, and building a thriving local economy.

We foster our values of Accountability, Professionalism, Unity and Honesty and take pride in promoting the image of Council in the community.

We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

At Georges River Council we are committed to putting children first and championing child safety within our community. We actively advocate for the rights of children and young people and will uphold our commitment as a child safe organisation.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights (with no Visa restrictions) to apply for this position.