Environmental Management - Team Leader (EOI)

Job No: SSC1602
Location: Sutherland Shire

A temporary opportunity has arisen in our Environment and Regulation team for a short-term role as Environmental Management - Team Leader.

This full-time, temporary position is expected to commence from 24 November 2025 for a period of up to 6 months.

Your role will be to lead and coordinate the Environmental Management and Science team, providing expert advice and support across Council. You’ll play a key role in delivering environmental programs, shaping policy, and embedding sustainability into Council’s operations and decision-making frameworks. This is a hands-on leadership role, reporting to the Senior Manager Environment and Regulation, and will involve close collaboration with internal teams, external stakeholders, and the community.

 

Key Skills & Capabilities Required:

  • Leadership and team development experience
  • Strong knowledge of environmental science, management, and planning legislation
  • Proven ability to deliver environmental programs and policies
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
  • Project coordination and budget management expertise
  • Ability to manage complex environmental issues with professionalism

 

If you are passionate about driving environmental initiatives and supporting Council’s sustainability goals, we encourage you to submit your EOI.

The expression of interest will be open from now and will close on Wednesday 19th November 2025.

Please submit your expression of interest outlining your qualifications, skills, and experience relevant to the role and highlight why you’re interested in this opportunity.

Click on the link to check out the Position Description

Reach out to Greg McCarthy, Senior Manager Environment & Regulation, gmccarthy@ssc.nsw.gov.au , for any job specific enquiries.

Before submitting your application, please consult your People Leader to confirm that any secondment or acting opportunity can be accommodated within your team.

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