ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT OFFICER

Personnel Area: Infrastructure Services 

Branch: Group Strategy and Performance 

Salary Range: (Band 6) AUD $116,089 – 128,453 per annum + superannuation + benefits 

(Remuneration stated is for a full-time position) 

Work Type: Permanent Full-Time 

Positions: 1 

Location: Regional Operations Centre, Eagle Farm and various operational sites across Brisbane 

Our Business 

Brisbane City Council is one of Australia's largest local governments and one of the city's largest employers. We are committed to delivering services and infrastructure that support a growing, liveable and sustainable city while fostering a safe, inclusive and environmentally responsible workplace. 

Our Branch 

The Group Strategy and Performance Branch provides strategic support and specialist services that enable Infrastructure Services to deliver high-quality outcomes across Brisbane. The HSEQ team plays a critical role in supporting environmental compliance, sustainability initiatives and continuous improvement, ensuring Council's operations align with legislative requirements and industry best practice. 

The Role 

We are seeking an experienced Environmental Management Officer to provide professional environmental advice, support and leadership across Infrastructure Services. 

Reporting to the HSEQ Delivery Lead, you will actively contribute to the ongoing management and improvement of the Infrastructure Services Environmental Management System and support compliance with ISO 14001 accreditation requirements. You will undertake environmental inspections and audits, provide specialist advice to operational teams, investigate environmental incidents and develop practical strategies to improve environmental performance. 

You will work closely with managers, team leaders, contractors and project teams to ensure environmental risks are effectively managed and environmental responsibilities are understood and met. The role will also involve developing environmental management plans, supporting sustainability initiatives, preparing reports and delivering environmental training and awareness programs. 

This is a varied role that combines office-based and field-based activities and offers the opportunity to influence environmental performance across a broad and diverse operational environment. 

What Are We Looking For? 

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate: 

• experience administering Environmental Management Systems (EMS), including implementation, auditing and continuous improvement activities 
• strong knowledge of environmental legislation, standards and compliance requirements within an operational environment 
• experience conducting environmental inspections, audits and risk assessments 
• experience developing and implementing environmental management plans and project-specific environmental controls 
• the ability to investigate environmental incidents, identify root causes and recommend practical corrective actions 
• experience developing and delivering environmental inductions, training and awareness programs 
• strong written communication skills, including the preparation of reports, briefing notes and technical documentation 
• highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to influence, coach and build effective relationships with operational teams and stakeholders 
• strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify trends and support continuous improvement initiatives 

Mandatory Requirements 

• A current C Class Driver Licence. 

Highly Regarded 

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Planning, Chemistry or a related discipline. 
• White Card (Construction Industry Induction). 
• Knowledge of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems. 
• Experience in civil construction, infrastructure, maintenance or other operational industries. 
• Knowledge of current and emerging environmental and sustainability practices. 

Benefits of working for Council include: 

• flexible working hours, and flexible arrangements 
• free gym and wellness centre 
• award winning superannuation fund 
• generous leave provisions 
• competitive salary. 

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How to apply: Click on the 'I’m interested' button to complete your online application. Please upload your tailored resume and covering letter (of no more than one page) demonstrating your suitability to the position. 

This role may require a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess your ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the role. 

For more information: Please call Catherine Hafke on 07 3178 1988. 

People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council’s Diversity and Inclusion team. 

Application Closing Date: Sunday 11 October at 11:55pm 

Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with ‘Gold Employer’ status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion. 

Council and its employees must follow the Public Sector Ethics Act 1994 (Qld) and the Code of Conduct. This means employees are expected to act with honesty, fairness, and always prioritise the public interest over personal or private gain. The Code of Conduct requires employees to openly disclose any other work they do outside of Council — including paid or unpaid employment, operating their own business or volunteering in certain circumstances — and to manage any conflicts of interest or other risks (such as fatigue) in a way that puts the public interest first. Maintaining employment outside Council does not preclude you from being considered for roles within Council.