• Great team
• Generous employee benefits
• Full-time temporary position, 18 month contract

About the company

Are you looking for an opportunity to be part of an innovative Council seeking to make a positive difference in the community you support? We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced Waste Officer to join our team on an 18-month contract.

Located on the lower North Shore, our leafy suburbs have a vibrant and diverse village atmosphere. We aim to provide "best value" services and facilities to the community whilst ensuring a sustainable future and are committed to creating a thoughtful, protective and inclusive community that supports children and young people to feel empowered, safe and protected.

If you are open to fresh ideas, committed to progressing new initiatives and driven to provide the very best service to our community, we want to hear from you.

About the role

You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of Council's Waste Services, particularly, the roll-out of a Food Organics Service. Activities required may include assisting in the delivery of procurement activities, project management, inspection of domestic waste bins, data entry and record keeping.

About you

The successful candidate will have:

• Tertiary qualifications (degree level) in an Environmental, Sustainability, Project Management, or Communications discipline;
• Current C Class Driver's Licence;
• Proven project management skills, with a strong record of achievement in planning, coordinating, delivering and evaluating a broad range of projects;
• Highly developed customer service skills and experience managing public enquiries; and
• Proven ability to negotiate, problem solve and interact on complex issues.

What we offer

We hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds maintaining always that inclusion and diversity lie at the heart of what we do. For those who join us we offer:

• Flexible work practices aimed at achieving work/life balance
• An employee wellness program and discounted gym memberships
• Annual performance bonuses and salary reviews
• Extensive professional development and training opportunities
• The convenience of being close to shops, cafes, an aquatic centre and a gym.

How to apply:

Please click on "Apply now" and complete the information requested. Applications are to include a resume, cover letter and answers to the online questions.

Further information regarding this role can be found in the Position Description or by contacting Bernadatte Riad, Manager Sustainability & Resilience on (02) 9911 3613.

Salary range:

Up to $101K per annum, (including 12% super) dependent on the skills, qualifications and relevant experience of the suitable candidate.

Closing date:

Applications close Monday, 11 August 2025.

Council is an inclusive employer. We strive to reflect the community in which we work, as a result we welcome and encourage applications from skilled people from all walks of life.