About the role

We are seeking a self-motivated, enthusiastic, and skilled individual to join our Fleet and Waste Services Team. This full-time fixed-term position is to cover parental leave, commencing on 26 May 2025 until 15 May 2026.

In line with the State Government’s Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Strategy 2030 and to support the Strategy’s vision for a sustainable, low-waste, circular Western Australia, the City of Swan is planning to transition from a two-bin general waste-recycling system to a three-bin general waste-recycling-FOGO system. The transition will need widespread community education on concepts of resource recovery, circular economy and how to operate within a three-bin system. The Waste Education Officer - FOGO position will be instrumental in laying the groundwork for a successful and sustainable transition.

The prime responsibility of this position is to design and deliver behaviour change educational programs and activities for the City of Swan. To educate the community on waste related sustainable environmental practices, and to influence improved changes in behaviour patterns with staff, residents, visitors, businesses, schools and the broader community particularly in waste minimisation, recycling, waste diversion and litter prevention.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and implement a waste education plan, consistent with the City’s strategic objectives, and waste management strategy.
• Work closely with key internal and external stakeholders to deliver waste education to the community on waste minimisation, recycling and litter control.
• Provide specialist advice to internal and external stakeholders on waste issues and education resources, methods and principles.
• To initiate, coordinate and project manage programs and projects across the organisation to bring about behaviour change relating to waste minimisation and awareness.
• Investigate and respond to customer reports on waste and recycling issues and litter and illegal dumping issues, in a timely, effective and efficient manner. (Filters from initial contact from Customer Service Centre)
• Report on a monthly basis on Key Performance Indicators
• Investigate and develop applications for external grant funding on waste, recycling and litter that aligns with the City’s waste management strategy
• Carry out FOGO – Project Manager duties in their absence, and assist at all times
• To investigate and respond to customer inquiries and requests related to the 3-bin transition project ensuring a smooth and informed transition for customers
• Attend and represent the FOGO project by delivering 3-bin waste education at information stalls and community events including the occasional weekend event
• Represent Waste Recycling Coordinator and Business Unit Manager during various meetings in their absence

About you

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Relevant formal qualification (Certificate III or IV or equivalent qualifications in environmental management, environmental science, waste management or education or equivalent) or experience, especially in the areas of education, waste education and behaviour change projects and initiatives
• Current ‘C’ class driver licence
• Current Working with Children Check
• A satisfactory National Police Certificate is required.

For more information about the role please refer to the position description.

About working with us

The salary for this position will be from $81,628 to $96,391 per annum, depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

You will also enjoy benefits including

• Flexibility to balance work and life through supported work from home and a 19-day month
• Excellent leave entitlements e.g. purchase additional leave, Local Government public holiday
• Generous Superannuation contributions up to a total combined 16.5%
• Comprehensive employee wellness program
• Free parking options available
• Travelsmart allowance to support public transport use or cycling to work

About the City

The City of Swan, located north east of Perth, is the largest local government by land size in the Perth metropolitan area, and has one of the fastest growing populations.

The City covers an area of 1,042 square kilometres, equivalent to almost 20 per cent of the Perth metropolitan area. A beautifully diverse expanse of land, the City is rich in natural assets, including the iconic Swan River and internationally renowned Swan Valley viticulture region established in 1829.

Our location, services and facilities make the City an attractive place to live. The population across our 42 suburbs stands at 168,334 in 2023, but is set to reach 300,000 by 2050.

The Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation have been the traditional custodians of the land for more than 40,000 years. The Derbal Yerrigan (Swan River) holds enormous cultural significance for the Noongar people. The City is also rich in European history, and our community is a melting pot of multiculturalism, with one in three people being born overseas and one in five speaking a language other than English at home. Our ideal location, significant history, diverse community and strong economy ensures a positive future for the City of Swan, full of opportunity.

Our purpose at the City is to improve the quality of life for all of the people who live in, work in and visit the City of Swan by delivering our vision of ‘one city, diverse people, culture and places’ through shared values of respect, excellence, accountability and leadership.

At the City of Swan we are committed to recruiting and retaining the right people and creating a great place to work. We offer our employees real careers, real impact, and real rewards.

We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals who may identify as LGBTIQ+, with disability, a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.

For queries, please contact Ariel Rush directly on 9267 9419

To apply please submit a cover letter that outlines your qualifications and experience and why you would be a good fit for this role, and a resume via the link.

Closing Date: Tuesday 8 April 2025 at 5pm.

The City of Swan reserves the right to commence shortlisting and interviews earlier than the closing date. The City also reserves the right to close the vacancy early therefore if you are interested in this position, please submit an application as early as possible.

*No agencies please.