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 Adele.Cullen@hays.com.au

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.