Working at AlburyCity is not just a job, you are connected to something much bigger. Every position, every person, every department is here for our community and to make a difference to where we work, live and play. We are here to learn, to grown, to achieve and to create genuine connections within our community. The Position The Environmental Planner plays a key role in shaping positive environmental outcomes, providing expert advice on environmental impacts and approvals to both internal teams and external stakeholders. This role leads and guides the delivery of environmental actions and initiatives under the Albury Wodonga Regional Natural Environment Strategy, while actively championing strong environmental outcomes on behalf of Council. Tasks and responsibilities Provide an advisory service in regards to environmental planning and assessment and approvals (Part 4 and Part 5 activities under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979). Provide an advisory service in regards to strategic direction to ensure environmental outcomes underpin AlburyCity's strategies, policies and operating procedures. Undertake regulatory impact assessment of changes in planning, environmental, natural resource management, biodiversity and vegetation management legislation, regulations and related on AlburyCity. In collaboration with Wodonga City Council, implement the Albury Wodonga Regional Natural Environment Strategy. Develop and deliver a training programs to internal and external stakeholders on AlburyCity's Environmental Approvals Framework and related environmental management policies and procedures. Qualifications and experience Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science/Planning or Natural Resource Management or related discipline. Class C (standard) Driver's Licence (compulsory to have and maintain) Hours Based on a 35 Hour Week, with actual days and times being 8:30am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday, with an RDO in accordance with the AlburyCity RDO guidelines. Benefits Live and work in a culture-rich location minutes from the Murray River, just a short drive to one of Victoria’s best wine regions and with the ski fields so close you will be zooming down the mountains in under two hours. Our conditions of employment support equal opportunities and an ethical, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We also recognise and value your priorities beyond work. It’s important to us that you have a sustainable work-life balance, so we offer flexible working arrangements, a nine-day fortnight for full-time staff, and a range of leave options and support programs. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and supported. We encourage applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA communities, and people of all ages and identities. AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation by creating cultures, adopting strategies and taking action to empower children. We work hard to keep them safe from harm because child safety is everyone’s responsibility. This role closes on 08 February 2026 . Should you require any further information for this role please email Anthony Dufty on anthony.dufty@alburycity.nsw.gov.au or call 0447 251 238.
