Contamination Management Specialist

1 week ago


Blacktown, New South Wales, Australia Blacktown City Council Full time

Blacktown City Council is a leading local government organisation in Western Sydney, serving a diverse community of over 435,000 residents across 54 suburbs.

We are committed to delivering high-quality services and experiences that meet the needs of our residents and businesses, with a strong focus on environmental sustainability and waste management.

The successful candidate will play a key role in engaging and educating our community about new waste management initiatives, including the introduction of food and garden bins.

This role involves implementing initiatives to reduce contamination in food and garden waste bins, ensuring alignment with Local Government policies and community needs.

You will work closely with stakeholders from local authorities to residents to foster collaboration and improve resource recovery outcomes.

A key focus of this role is on education and behaviour change strategies to minimise contamination in waste disposal practices.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Minimum Cert IV qualifications in an environmental or educational discipline
  • Relevant local government or industry experience
  • Project and resource management experience, including demonstrated ability to deliver related projects within timeframes
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage and collaborate with diverse stakeholders
  • Ability to build relationships, promote awareness, and address concerns effectively
  • Strong computer literacy and ability to use various software applications

In return, you can expect:

  • An attractive salary ranging from $83,000 - $110,000 per annum, depending on experience
  • A leaseback vehicle for business use
  • A 35 hour working week and flexible working hours
  • Allowances for audits conducted outside ordinary hours
  • A range of employee benefits, including leave entitlements, superannuation, and social clubs

At Blacktown City Council, we value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We offer a supportive and dynamic work environment, where you can make a real difference in our community.



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