Litter Prevention Officer

1 week ago

Melbourne, Australia City of Monash Full time

**Job no**: 495284
**Categories**: Community Services & Development, Government and Defence, Sustainability
Permanent Full-Time position
Salary from $ 94,037.95 + Superannuation
Glen Waverley location, flexible working available
Applications close Monday 27 January 2025
About Us
Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic centre of Melbourne.
**About the Position**:
As the Litter Prevention Officer, you will play a pivotal role in fostering community engagement to minimise litter and illegal dumping. Your mission is to nurture a culture of environmental responsibility among residents and businesses, ensuring our city remains clean and welcoming.
**Your responsibilities include**:
Developing and nurturing relationships with community members to enhance their involvement in litter prevention
Developing Council’s Litter Action Plan and implementing strategic initiatives to reduce litter and dumped rubbish in alignment with the Plan
Serving as an Authorised Officer, focusing on proactive measures to address waste management, litter control, and kerbside collection challenges
Coordinating efforts to strengthen internal enforcement capabilities and collaborating with various departments to tackle issues related to litter, illegal dumping, and recycling contamination
Working in harmony with Waste Services, Community Amenity, and Community Development teams to forge stronger ties with local businesses, property managers, rooming house operators, real estate agencies, and residents
Promoting positive behaviours and raising awareness about the impact of littering, driving a community-wide movement towards litter prevention
This role is not just about enforcement; it’s about inspiring change and making a lasting impact on our environment. Join us in our quest to keep Monash pristine and uphold the beauty of our community.
**About you**:
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of best practice approach to preventing litter
A good understanding of local government regulations, statutory requirements, investigation, resolution, and enforcement processes
A good understanding of the complex litter challenges within a Local Government environment and proven ability to develop innovative solutions
Ability in managing time, setting priorities, achieving goals and meeting deadlines.
A high level of self-motivation, initiative, problem solving and analytical skills
Commitment to represent Council in court and at events on weekends and to work irregular hours, and overtime.
**Requirement of the position**:
Current Victorian Driver’s Licence
Satisfactory National Police Check
Working With Children Check

**Benefits**:
As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus. You will have access to:
Vibrant health and well-being programs
Employee Assistance Program
Supportive and accessible management
Flexible working arrangements
Training and development opportunities; and
Discounted gym memberships.
**How to Apply**:
Please submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.
Applications are currently open, with a closing date of Monday 27 January 2025 at 11:55pm.
**Enquiries**:
Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.
We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.

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