Resource Recovery Officer

2 weeks ago


Hurstville, Australia Georges River Council Full time

**Georges River Council has an exciting opportunity for a Resource Recovery Officer to join our Environment and Planning Directorate, based in Hurstville.**

**About the Role**

The Resource Recovery Officer role is to assist in the operation of the waste service unit, working as part of a team to improve the use of waste collections, processing and disposal services, with a focus on reducing contamination management and maximising resource recovery.

**What We Offer**
- Permanent, Full Time - 70 hours per fortnight
- Located in Hurstville CBD - 5 min walk to train station
- Leaseback vehicle option available
- Health and Wellbeing paid leave
- Fitness Passport Program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sponsored Study Program
- Employee Rewards Program
- Ongoing Education and Resources

**Key accountabilities include but are not limited to**
- Work with Council’s waste collection contractor to develop procedures to record, monitor, report and respond to incidents of contamination within general waste, commingled recycling and garden organics bins
- Develop processes/procedures to enable contamination management incidents to be re-inspected and any improvements documented in a statistically sound manner
- Undertake field based inspections for ongoing bin presentation/contamination management issues, and undertake waste compliance monitoring
- Respond to incidents of contamination by notifying residents of associated impacts if unaddressed. Develop and implement innovative solutions to prevent or resolve issues related to bin contamination and to maximise resource recovery within the LGA

Essential
- Relevant experience in waste management, local government, customer service, record management or project management/administration
- Current NSW Class C Drivers Licence

Desirable
- High level of customer service focus, and the ability to resolve conflicts, disputes and problems effectively
- Highly developed communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills with a high level of written and oral communication skills
- High level of organisation and time management skills
- Ability to observe details, record information and develop databases in an accurate and legible manner to inform operational improvement from contractors and/or improved community behaviours
- Sound level of computer literacy including the ability to analyse and interpret statistical data and use an iPad, mobile phone, camera, Microsoft Office Suite, and a diverse range of other systems and technology independently and effectively, and to adapt to technology changes and updates where required
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, as well as a member of a team

If you would like further information on this role, please contact Cheryl Hounslow, Team Leader Waste on 02 9330 9506.

**Applications must be completed and submitted via our website. Closing Date: Friday, 1 November 2024 at 11.59 PM AEST**

**Offers of employment at Georges River Council are contingent upon satisfactory results of a thorough background check.**
- Georges River Council aims to be a leading, people-focused organisation delivering outstanding results for our community and city. We foster our values of Accountability, Professionalism, Unity and Honesty and take pride in promoting the image of Council in the community._
- At Georges River Council we are committed to putting children first and championing child safety within our community. We actively advocate for the rights of children and young people and will uphold our commitment as a child safe organisation._



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