Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant community? Join Torres Strait Island Regional Council (TSIRC) and make a difference!

What we offer:

• Based in Cairns or the Torres Strait region
• Full time, fixed term (2 years)
• Above Award $110k
• Very generous leave entitlements such as six weeks annual leave and additional public holidays gazetted by TSIRC
• A harmonious and inclusive team culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Travel allowance
• Uniforms

About us:

Torres Strait Regional Council (TSIRC) is the largest employer in the Torres Strait serving 15 ‘outer' island communities with unique characteristics and service requirements. Beyond traditional local government services, we are deeply invested in the social, environmental, and economic development of our region. We are values driven and work as One with respect for Ailan Kastom.

Joining our Council means you are joining a vision for our communities to be prosperous and sustainable, which we achieve through the daily delivery of our mission to improve our communities' liveability in all we do.

About the role:

Council is seeking an experienced Environmental Engineer to lead the planning and delivery of solid waste management infrastructure and sustainability initiatives. This role is responsible for ensuring effective waste services, climate change adaptation, and environmental compliance, aligned with regional, state, and federal policy frameworks.

A day in the life of this role sounds a little like this…

• Travel to and throughout the spectacular Torres Strait Islands.
• Develop and implement waste management strategies, site-based plans, and landfill closure/post closure plans.
• Analyse waste data to support operational planning, forecasting, costing, and fee structures.
• Prepare and maintain waste management policies, asset management, and forecasting models.
• Identify and secure external funding to support waste and sustainability initiatives.
• Contribute to the development and review of Council's Climate Change Adaptation programs.
• Support coastal hazard adaptation initiatives, including sea-level rise response.
• Provide accurate environmental reporting for waste, water, and wastewater operations
• Research and provide strategic advice on sustainability innovations and emerging technologies.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to sustainable infrastructure, environmental resilience, and long-term community outcomes.

What We're Looking For

We need someone who shares our values of One, Respect, Accountability, Courage, and Resilience. The ideal candidate will have:

• Tertiary qualification in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management, or a related sustainability field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in waste management strategy, operations, and program delivery.
• Proven ability in environmental sustainability initiatives, including climate change adaptation projects.
• Strong data analysis and reporting skills related to environmental compliance.
• Ability to strategically develop waste and sustainability projects aligned with regulatory frameworks.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills for stakeholder engagement and regulatory reporting.
• Strong ability to conduct research on innovative environmental and sustainability practices.
• Experience securing external funding and managing related project delivery.

If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact in community, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now to join TSIRC and help build safer, stronger Torres Strait communities.

How to apply

To download the PD, and to apply for this job go to: https://torstrarc.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6861077.

Suitable applicants maybe interviewed and appointed before the closing date.

You will need to download the Position Description and submit a cover letter and an updated resume addressing the Core Capabilities, Skills and Experience that are most relevant to the position by Friday, 27 February 2026.

For more information you can contact Adeah Kabai on 0428 163 871 or by email adeah.kabai@tsirc.qld.gov.au

TSIRC is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.