The Role

See below the vacancy and the responsibilities as well as the key skills required for the role.



Natural Environment Officer

Bunbury, Australia

Reference: 6817925

Looking for a council that is progressive and diverse?

Are you looking to enhance your current knowledge?

Do you have a passion for bushland management and an interest in working with the local community?

Welcome to the City of Bunbury

A council that stands proud for the services we deliver to our community, working together as one team, having fun along the way and owning our passion to drive change. The City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, aiming to build organisational capacity and foster a positive work environment.

Could this be the career move you are looking for?

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Natural Environment Officer to join our environment and sustainability team.

Using your exceptional native bushland management skills, you will be responsible for tasks such as re-vegetation, weed control and pest control within approximately 200 hectares of bushland. Coordination, implementation, monitoring, and continual improvement of our environmental programmes will see you thrive in this position.

Liaising closely with local community and ‘Friends Of' groups as well as planning and implementing community events and educational programmes will see you making a real impact within our community.

In addition, you will have the opportunity to support the wider team in a wide variety of environmental aspects including coastal, climate, sustainability, and legislative actions.

It goes without saying, you will be a go getter that loves a challenge, has outstanding communication skills and enjoys problem solving in a practical sense.

What we offer you

Conditions of employment are in accordance with the City of Bunbury Employee's 2024 Enterprise Agreement with Level 5 or Level 6 salary of $92,990 or $101,013 gross per annum depending on qualifications and experience.

Other benefits include:

  • 4 week's annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
  • Three additional Public Service holidays
  • Generous superannuation contributions up to 17%
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Heavily reduced gym membership for the South West Sports Centre
  • Supportive leadership, career development opportunities and a work culture that values inclusion

If you want to make a positive impact and be involved in shaping our great City, please apply now!

How to apply for this position

Applications must be submitted via the City of Bunbury Careers Website and include:

  • A current Resume
  • A Cover Letter
  • Responses to the criteria as requested on the online application form

To download the PD, and to apply for this job go to: https://cityofbunbury.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6817925

For further information please refer to our How to Apply section on the website.

The successful applicant may be required to undertake a pre-employment medical screening prior to commencement.

Applications Close: Wednesday 22 October 2025 @ 5.00pm AWST

The City reserves the right to appoint before the closing date.

Alan Ferris
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

We embrace diversity and inclusion in our workplace and welcome candidates from all backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals with disabilities, LGBTIQ, and culturally diverse communities to join the City of Bunbury.

The City of Bunbury is committed to providing reasonable adjustments for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection, or assessment process, please contact us at info@bunbury.wa.gov.au or call 08 9792 7000 to discuss your needs.


Applications Close: 22 Oct 2025


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