Environmental Volunteering Programs Coordinator
Job No:
PP0111
Location:
Gordon
Environmental Volunteering Programs Coordinator
- Salary $109,513.56 to $127,034.96 p/a + super
- Permanent full time position – 35 hours per week
- Access to private use of a vehicle through Council’s Private Leaseback Scheme
- Access to Flex Leave
About Ku-ring-gai Council
Ku-ring-gai is one of Sydney’s most beautiful and environmentally rich areas, located just 16km north of the CBD.
With a mix of vibrant town centres, leafy residential areas, heritage precincts, and natural bushland, we are a local government area committed to balancing growth with sustainability, character and community values.
About the role
Council is seeking an experienced and passionate Environmental Volunteering Programs Coordinator to lead a diverse suite of environmental volunteering programs that protect biodiversity, strengthen community stewardship and inspire environmental action across the LGA.
Your duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Lead and deliver Council’s environmental volunteering programs and community garden initiatives
- Manage and support staff and volunteers, including training and on-ground support
- Plan and deliver environmental events, activities, and volunteer engagement initiatives
- Promote programs through community engagement, communications, and social media
- Manage budgets, grants, and resources for environmental volunteering programs
- Build partnerships, ensure legislative compliance, and provide high-quality customer service
Qualifications, Skills & Experience
- Qualifications and/or substantial experience in bush regeneration or natural resource management
- Proven experience coordinating environmental volunteering or community environmental programs
- Strong people management skills across staff and volunteers
- Solid field experience in bush regeneration or environmental rehabilitation
- Strong communication, engagement and event coordination skills
- Knowledge of NSW environmental legislation and strong organisational skills
- Current Class C Driver’s Licence and First Aid Certificate
Benefits
- 35 hour working week
- Eligiblity to participate in Council’s flexible work scheme (flex leave)
- Access to private use of a vehicle through Council’s Private Leaseback Scheme
- Access to Fitness Passport
- Up to $100 Health & Fitness yearly reimbursement (conditional)
- Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
- Beautiful Ku-ring-gai Location
- Supportive team environment
- Access to a wide range of development and training opportunities
For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our website click here.
How to apply
Applicants are required to address all Essential Criteria as listed within the Position Description to be eligible for an interview.
Like to know more Contact Sybylla Brown on 02 9424 0604
Closes: 11:30pm, Wednesday 25 February 2026
Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer
