Waste Project Officer

PERSOLKELLY is one of Australia's largest and longest serving recruitment providers. Delivering both quality temporary and permanent options, we specialise in the recruitment of Professional, Accounting & Finance, ICT, Government, STEM, Management and Executive talent. PERSOLKELLY have partnered with one of the fastest growing local government areas in Australia seeking a Waste Project Officer to join the Environment and Sustainability Team. If you value a great company culture and work life balance, this might be for you

PERSOLKELLY is one of Australia's largest and longest serving recruitment providers. Delivering both quality temporary and permanent options, we specialise in the recruitment of Professional, Accounting & Finance, ICT, Government, STEM, Management and Executive talent.

PERSOLKELLY have partnered with one of the fastest growing local government areas in Australia seeking a **Waste Project Officer **to join the **Environment and Sustainability Team**. If you value a great company culture and work life balance, this might be for you

**About the role**:
This role is an exciting opportunity to be a catalyst for impactful transformations in waste management and sustainability practices. Play a crucial role in enhancing community safety, driving compliance, and implementing sustainable practices.
- Gain valuable experience in waste management operations, environmental compliance, and circular economy strategies.
- Exposure to diverse projects, such as landfill licensing, educational material development, and compliance assessments
- Hands-on experience in managing contractors, overseeing environmental monitoring programs, and contributing to the development of Operational Plans

**What you will do**:
Drive transformative changes in waste management and sustainability, including:

- **Waste Management Research and Compliance**: Undertake in-depth research and investigations related to waste management practices, contractual arrangements, landfill licensing, and environmental compliance. Assist in ensuring compliance with the Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Act 2007 and other relevant legislation and policies.
- **Project Management and Technical Support**: Develop project/contractor briefs and provide technical support for waste management projects, including documentation, specifications, invoice approval, and records management. Collaborate with the Circular Economy Education Officer to create educational material addressing waste management issues and sustainability strategies.
- **Compliance and Reporting**: Oversee compliance aspects related to the DWER landfill license conditions, including reporting, allowable materials and quantities, and landfill levy reporting. Monitor and report on levels of waste disposal and recycling within the business, ensuring compliance with industry standards and indicators. Compile data and complete reporting processes around the National Pollution Inventory and National Greenhouse Energy and Reporting Act for the landfill site.

**About you**:

- Extensive understanding of waste related regulations, including but not limited to, the Environmental Protection Act 1986 and the Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Act 2007.
- Demonstrated knowledge and implementation of best practice waste management techniques, around Collections and Landfill management.
- Sound knowledge of compliance and reporting requirements in relation to waste management facilities, including landfill sites.
- Able to provide a National Police clearance

**How to apply**

**Who are we**

At PERSOLKELLY, our passion is - and always has been - putting you first.

We propel our people forward by supporting their careers in fresh ways, backed by our expertise and capability.

We're committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experience and perspectives.

We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

**So it's over to you. If you would like to join our team, please APPLY now.**

**To learn more about working with PERSOLKELLY, we encourage you to visit our website.