Are you passionate about sustainability and creating great places for people? Applications are sought from potential candidates for the position of Sustainability Officer in the Sustainable Communities Team at the Suburban Land Agency (SLA). The Sustainable Communities team works collaboratively with other teams in SLA and across the ACT Government to implement innovative and socially and environmentally sustainable land development practices. We are looking for a Sustainability Officer who can contribute to projects and deliver sustainability outcomes for SLA in line with our current Sustainability Strategy and assist in the development of the new SLA Sustainability Strategy (2026 – 2035) Drawing on your knowledge of sustainability, you will work on a range of interesting projects which aim to improve environmental and social sustainability in our urban and greenfield developments. Your ability to be highly organised and work to deadlines on several competing tasks will contribute to the success of these projects. Bringing your strong written and interpersonal communication skills, you will be joining a passionate and innovative inter-disciplinary team. We work with colleagues in several teams across SLA to influence for sustainable development – including to help residents build and live in mores sustainable homes and for developers to consider sustainability in construction and development. Working on sustainability, innovation and placemaking projects –on topics including renewable energy, living infrastructure, sustainable home and garden design, and climate adaptation and resilience – you’ll contribute to ensuring SLA is creating great sustainable places where communities thrive. You’ll also contribute to key strategic work –preparing a new strategy. About our Agency Our vision is to create great places where communities thrive in the ACT. We deliver sustainable urban environments that bring people and businesses together and help our community and natural environments thrive. Our developments aim to balance social, economic and environmental benefits for all Canberrans through: affordable living a safe and healthy population social inclusion and diversity housing choices environmental sustainability Eligibility/Other requirements: HIGHLY DESIRABLE Experience with Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams Tertiary qualifications in relation to sustainability, urban planning, urban design, environmental sciences or similar disciplines Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Working with vulnerable people (WWVP) registration (act.gov.au) Notes: This is a temporary position available immediately until 30 June 2026 with the possibility of extension up to 12 months. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. How to apply: Applicants should submit a supporting statement of not more than one A4 page, addressing the Professional/Technical Skills and the Behavioural Capabilities in the Position Description, outlining your skills and experience relevant to the role. A copy of a current curriculum vitae and the contact details of at least two referees are to be provided. Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act. LI-DNI Note This is a temporary position available immediately until 30 June 2026 with the possibility of extension up to 12 months.