• Ongoing, full-time role
• Werribee location with onsite parking
• Band 7 salary of $112,427.64 plus super and a fortnightly RDO

We are Wyndham, one of Australia’s fastest growing and most diverse cities.

Our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared to welcome over 200,000 new residents by 2040.

Shape new possibilities. Be part of something more.

A bit about the role

As the Team Leader Environment, you will guide and manage a team of six while overseeing the development of strategies, policies and plans that support the protection and enhancement of Wyndham City Council’s natural environment.

You will leverage your previous experience and connections to work with partner organisations to deliver programs and projects that lead to improved environmental outcomes for the city as well as managing the assessment and operations of the Site Environmental Management Plan (SEMP) process and various land management and environmental education programs.

What you’ll deliver

• Specialist internal and external advice in relation to the management, protection and enhancement of the City’s natural environment
• Guidance and support to the Environment team in assessing planning applications relating to the environment
• Identification of funding opportunities and grant applications

What you’ll bring

• Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Policy or related field
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop employees
• Ability to scope projects, set objectives and develop a work plan for programs and projects
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement at both a government and community level
• Demonstrated experience in managing budgets, including development of successful business cases
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
• Highly developed organisational and time management skills

Be part of something more

Take a look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community. It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong.

Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work. Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce. Ask us how this role can be worked.

So, are you ready to shape new possibilities?

We respect, acknowledge, value and celebrate the First Nations people, our heritage and cultural diversity. We are a proud inclusive employer; we encourage people from all walks of life to apply for our job opportunities.

Our commitment is to provide diverse, safe, and inclusive environments where everyone can grow and succeed. Wyndham has one of the largest First Nations communities in the Western Region. We welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people.