About the role

As the Executive Officer Resource Recovery at Yarra Ranges Council, you will drive the transition to a circular economy by reducing landfill waste, maximising resource recovery, and inspiring community-wide sustainability. This strategic role involves building strong partnerships across Council, industry, and the community, while delivering innovative waste solutions that enhance liveability and environmental outcomes. With oversight of major contracts and budgets, you’ll bring strong leadership, financial expertise, and a passion for continuous improvement to shape a resilient and customer-focused waste management future.

This is a full-time permanent position (38 hours per week).

This is a Band 8 role with a salary range between $124,810 and $139,859 per annum, plus superannuation.

Support work-life balance with a monthly rostered day off and hybrid working arrangements.

Experience and skills we’re looking for

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Ability to inspire, guide and develop a high-performing, collaborative team culture.

Strong strategic thinking, with the ability to align team goals with broader organisational and environmental objectives.

Excellent stakeholder engagement, building effective partnerships across Council, community, industry, and government.

Proven experience managing large budgets and ensuring cost-effective resource allocation.

Expertise in contract management, ensuring compliance, performance, and value from major service agreements.

Extensive knowledge of risk management, particularly in environmental compliance and workplace health and safety.

Strong communication skills, able to convey complex ideas clearly and influence diverse audiences.

If you have some but not all these skills or experience, we still encourage you to apply. Especially if you have the right attitude!

How to apply

Please ensure you submit your application via our jobs portal by clicking ‘Apply’. Include a resume and cover letter with your application. In your cover letter, tell us about your experience, skills, and why you would like to work with us here at Yarra Ranges Council.

Applications close 11.59pm, Thursday 10 July 2025.

Contact person: Corinne Bowen, Manager Resilient Environment, 03 9294 6308.

If you need support with your application or have accessibility needs, please call the contact person above or email us at [email protected].

Applicants who progress past the interview stage must complete pre-employment checks. These checks will include a Police Check, plus a Working with Children Check and a Psychometric Assessment.

About Yarra Ranges Council

Yarra Ranges Council committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome. We encourage people of all genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities to apply for jobs with us. We support flexible work arrangements, including full-time, part-time, hybrid, and job-sharing options to meet your needs and suit your life.

Yarra Ranges Council is a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people in our community. We are committed to protecting children from abuse in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards.