A great lifestyle in a treasured environment, this is life at PSC!

The opportunity 

A rare opportunity has opened up to join our Natural Systems Team as an Environmental Officer on a temporary basis.

Sitting within our Natural Systems, Environmental Strategy Team, this role is pivotal in providing project management of Council’s key environmental strategies, policies, projects and programs in respect to sustainability, biodiversity and environmental management. Working within the Environmental Strategy Team, you will manage and support the delivery of a diverse range of projects that help enhance sustainability outcomes and environmental management across Port Stephens. 

With high levels of project management and interpersonal skills, you will collaborate with colleagues, stakeholders and the community to navigate environmental planning and regulatory frameworks, while contributing to initiatives such as Council’s Coastal Management Program, Emission Reduction Action Plan and other strategic environmental projects. 

This rewarding role offers the chance to make a tangible difference to the local environment, influence positive change, and work on projects that deliver lasting benefits for the community. You will join a dedicated and supportive team of professionals committed to environmental stewardship, innovation and sustainability.

This is currently a temporary opportunity to support an organisation process currently underway, therefore the position is estimated to continue until December 2026 or until the end of the organisation process, whichever occurs first.
 

• This is a temporary opportunity – working full-time 35 hours / week + access to a flexible working arrangement

• Base Salary Range: $82,208 - $96,718 pa based on 35 hours / week + 12% superannuation + retention allowance

• You will be working from PSC Administration Building, Raymond Terrace

The key responsibilities within this role are listed in the position description here – view the position description.

We’re all about putting the right people, in the right role! Here’s what we’re looking for:

• A degree or qualifications in Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science or demonstrated equivalent.

• Demonstrated knowledge across the key environmental sustainability areas of emissions, water, waste, biodiversity and climate adaptation. 

• Proven experience in the development, implementation, and delivery of environmental projects. Such as, environmental sustainability strategies, policies, and programs, including end-to-end project and contractor management, tendering, procurement, and budget control.

• Demonstrated strong communication and customer services skills 

• Current Drivers Licence.

This is life at PSC!

• Work/Life balance with generous leave entitlements, flexible work options and leave in lieu 

• Long service leave when you’ve been with us for just over 5 years

• Health & Wellbeing leave to recharge when you need it 

• Industry leading Paid Parental Leave accessible for all employees – regardless of how you became a parent, we offer 14 weeks that can be taken within 2 years from the birth, adoption, or long-term foster care of your child.

• PSCare Day available to all employees to take in addition to your regular leave entitlements

• Confidential support (including mental health) through our employee assistance program

• Award winning health and wellbeing program PSCare, Workers Health Initiative with access to a broad range of gyms in the area, and discounted health insurance

• Free parking on site and a convenient local shopping centre

• Coffee and food to keep you sustained at our on-site café

• And lots more…

Enough about us, we want to hear about you! So tell us about…

• Why you want this role and how it aligns with your career goals?

Ready to Apply? Here’s what you need to know

Applications Close: Midnight, Sunday, 21 June 2026

Contact: Kimberly Baker, Acting Natural Systems Coordinator, on 04•• ••• 261.

For information on our recruitment process, and what we look for in an application, please visit our Careers page on our website for ‘How to Apply’

To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Description and our organisation Values

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