Make a Lasting Impact in the Shire

Join Sutherland Shire Council as Environment and Building Manager!

We’re committed to delivering high-quality services that enhance the lives of our vibrant and growing community. This leadership role will help shape the future of the Shire by managing our environmental management and building functions.

As Environment and Building Manager, you’ll lead a dedicated team that deliver high-quality programs, compliance outcomes and technical advice that supports both community expectations and legislative obligations. With over 230,000+ residents, your work will make a tangible difference.

Your Role: Strategic, Customer-Centric, Impactful

It’s a great time to be part of Sutherland Shire Council. We’re committed to delivering high-quality services that enhance the lives of our vibrant and growing community. This leadership role will help shape the future of the Shire by managing our environmental management and building functions.

You will provide human-centred leadership that inspires and empowers a multi-disciplined workforce. You’ll build on our existing achievements while driving exceptional customer experience.

As Environment and Building Manager, you will lead a multidisciplinary team who deliver high-quality programs, compliance outcomes and technical advice that support both community expectations and legislative obligations.

A positive attitude and a hands-on approach are critical, with a focus on how we can make a difference and deliver brilliant outcomes for our community. We have an awesome team waiting to kick goals with you, open to change and ready to contribute. It is important that you are a leader that will inspire, coach and develop our teams to be their best.

Reporting directly to the Senior Manager Environment and Regulation, you will require exceptional leadership capability and proven success in Environmental Science/Management, Environmental Health, Building Surveying, Town Planning or a related discipline.

How to apply

Review our Candidate Information Pack and Position Description. Your application will need to include a:

cover letter highlighting your suitability for the role and addressing the key selection criteria (no longer than 2 pages)
current and detailed resume.

For a confidential discussion please contact Alison Wady, Talent Acquisition Business Partner via email at *****@ssc.nsw.gov.au.

Applications close 11:59pm on Thursday 18 June 2026.

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