Manager Environment & Sustainability

Lead Environmental and Public Health, Waste Management and Sustainability Where the Outback Meets the Coast

At the Shire, we protect the liveability and unique environment of our coastal community. As the Manager Environment & Sustainability, you'll lead the charge in public health, waste management, and green initiatives, ensuring our long-term resilience. 

This is more than compliance—it's strategic leadership to deliver major projects and drive a greener future for Carnarvon.

What You’ll Do

As our Manager Environment & Sustainability, you will:

• Demonstrate successful leadership through the application of the Shire's core values and promote a work culture of compliance with the Local Government Act (WA) 1995.
• Ensure compliance with WA legislation including the Public Health Act 2016, Food Act 2008, Health (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1911, and associated regulations. 
• Lead planning, delivery and continuous improvement of waste management operations, including waste strategy development, kerbside services, waste minimisation programs and compliance monitoring. 
• Develop and implement sustainability initiatives related to climate resilience, emissions reduction, environmental protection, biodiversity and community education. 
• Provide specialist environmental and public health advice to Community Planning and Sustainability staff regarding planning applications, building approvals, onsite wastewater proposals and development compliance. 
• Monitor risks, budgets and operational performance to ensure services are delivered efficiently and meet community expectations. 

About You

You’ll bring:

• Tertiary qualifications or experience in Environmental Science and/or Management, Public Health, Natural Resources Management, Engineering (Environmental or Civil) or Sustainability or Climate Change Studies
• Demonstrated experience in delivering environmental health services in a local government context.
• Experience in leading teams, developing staff capability and managing multidisciplinary work programs. 
• Strong knowledge of WA public health, environmental and waste management legislation. 
• High-level written and verbal communication skills, with ability to prepare clear, professional reports and provide sound technical advice. 
• A commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.
• Alignment with our CARECHIP values — Courage, Authenticity, Respect, Excellence, Cohesion, Humility, Inclusion, Passion.

Experience working in regional or remote local government is highly regarded.

Why Join Us

We value leaders who want to grow their career in a supportive, purpose-driven organisation.

Your package includes:

• Salary: $137,111.99 plus superannuation, vehicle allowance, district allowance & housing allowance (if eligible).

• $6,000 retention bonus after 3 years’ service.*

• 5 weeks annual leave + 2 additional public holidays.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Annual leave travel assistance, club membership subsidies, gym subsidy, and aquatic centre access.
• Additional benefits as per our Attraction & Retention Policy.*
• A values-led workplace focused on culture, wellbeing, and community impact.

*Subject to corporate policy.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to  lead environmental and sustainability initiatives and contribute to a cleaner Carnarvon, we’d love to hear from you.  

To apply please follow this link: Apply here

Applications close: 4pm Sunday 4 January 2026

For more information, please contact Max Tangi Senior People & Culture Officer (08) 9941 0000.

The Shire of Carnarvon reserves the right to close applications early and/or commence the shortlisting and interview process prior to the advertised closing date. The position may be filled at any time upon identification of a suitable applicant.