Make a real difference for our community and the environment! We’re seeking a motivated Waste and Resource Recovery Officer to help deliver council’s waste and sustainability initiatives.

In this varied role, you’ll manage projects, support services, and engage with the community to reduce waste and promote practical, long-term environmental outcomes.

Key responsibilities

Deliver and evaluate waste and resource recovery projects that reduce waste and support sustainability.

Support the implementation of council’s strategic actions and sustainability initiatives.

Assist with contract management, reporting, budgets and data collection.

Develop community education and engagement programs to promote positive waste practices.

Provide advice and support to residents, stakeholders and industry partners.

About you

You’ll bring a degree in environmental science, sustainability, waste management, project management or a related field, together with strong project management and communication skills.

Experience in the waste and resource recovery sector, or in developing and delivering sustainability programs, will be highly regarded. Just as important is your ability to collaborate, engage with the community, and translate strategy into practical results.

What we offer you

Base salary between $92,004.56 and $102,268.53 will be offered (dependent on skills and experience) + 13% superannuation

The role is fixed-term (2 years), full-time (Total 37.5 hours per week)

Rostered day off every month

Council offers training to support your professional development and strong career growth, the opportunity to purchase additional leave, 12 days of personal leave per year, and a superb work life balance - plus many other benefits.

Apply online

Apply via our careers page: Waste & Resource Recovery Officer - City of Clarence and include a copy of your current resume, together with a 1–2-page cover letter detailing your experience, skills, and suitability for the role.

Applications via SEEK will not be considered. We will only accept applications submitted via Apply Now - City of Clarence.

For a more detailed chat about the position, please call Micky Young, (Manager Waste and Sustainability) on 6217 9545.

Position Description

Download the position description from our careers page: Position-Description-Waste-and-Resource-Recovery-Officer.pdf

Council commitment

Council is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and youth while enabling their participation as valued members of our community.

We have zero tolerance to child or youth abuse and harm, and we prioritise the safety of the children and youth that we interact with in the performance of our role and report conduct of concern. For further information, please refer to our Safeguarding Children and Youth Policy and Code of Conduct.

Council is an equal opportunity employer and a smoke free workplace. Prospective applicants should note that random alcohol and drug testing is a condition of employment at Clarence City Council.

Applications close at 9.00am on Tuesday 7 October 2025.