Please be aware this role is a 24 month contract
starting January 2026
Your new company
Join this Council as a Net Zero Project Officer, where you'll lead the delivery of key sustainability initiatives aligned with the Council's energy management and sustainable buildings strategy. This is a dynamic opportunity to drive real change in asset performance and contribute to the Council's Net Zero corporate objectives.
Your new role
* Scope and specify capital works targeting environmentally sustainable design (ESD).
* Develop feasibility studies and business cases for sustainable technologies.
* Manage tenders, RFQs, EOIs, and oversee project delivery.
* Support fleet transition strategy implementation.
* Operational Energy Management
* Provide technical advice and resources to staff on sustainable asset practices.
* Collaborate with teams to implement energy management processes.
* Maintain sustainability data systems and reporting.
* Monitor and report on energy consumption and emissions.
* Management Support
* Ensure compliance with legislation and Council policies.
* Deliver high-quality customer service and respond to enquiries.
* Adapt to evolving organisational needs.
What you'll need to succeed
* Tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in ESD, engineering, facilities or energy management.
* Proven experience delivering Net Zero energy projects (solar PV, HVAC, EV infrastructure, etc.).
* Strong project and contractor management skills.
* Familiarity with NCC/BCA and Australian standards.
* Experience with BMCS and energy optimisation.
* Understanding of building services and ability to define functional requirements.
* Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
* Current driver's licence.
* Knowledge of indoor environmental quality and healthy building principles.
* Familiarity with sustainable building tools (Green Star, NABERS, WELL).
* Understanding of asset management principles.
What you'll get in return
* A meaningful role contributing to sustainability and climate action.
* Collaborative team environment within the Strategy and Environment department.
* Opportunity to work on innovative projects with long-term impact.
* Competitive hourly rate and flexible working arrangements.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, to
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.