Resource Recovery Project Officer

2 weeks ago

Altona, Australia City of Hobsons Bay Full time $91,300 - $101,000 per year
  • Altona location, close to public transport
  • Permanent, full time role
  • Salary: Band 6 - $91,930.09 to $101, super + monthly RDO

At Hobsons Bay City Council, we're committed to creating a workplace that reflects our community and values. You'll be part of a forward-thinking organisation that supports innovation, collaboration, and professional growth, and which aspires to be the exemplar of Local Government.

The opportunity

As the Resource Recovery Project Officer, you'll deliver community education and engagement activities as part of a small team, collaborating to develop, implement, and monitor innovative operational and engagement projects for Hobsons Bay City Council's kerbside waste services.

What you'll be working on

  • Developing, implementing, and evaluating projects and programs that improve Council's kerbside waste and recycling services
  • Engaging, building and strengthening relationships with Hobsons Bay businesses, clubs and groups
  • Administering and monitoring Council invoices and contract activity with external providers
  • Delivering the incursion education program to schools and community groups and facilitating community initiatives such as Clean Up Australia Day
  • Providing advice to ensure high-quality outcomes for future waste management

What you'll need to succeed

  • Project management skills essential
  • Experience in waste and recycling and/or environmental management
  • Knowledge of community engagement in a local or state government context
  • Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, including reporting and public speaking and engagement
  • Demonstrated skills in data analysis, problem solving and applying innovative thinking to solve complex problems
  • Formal qualifications are desirable but not essential. Relevant qualifications include environmental science, marketing, communications and project management.

To be considered for this role applications should include

  • A 2-page cover letter which should outline your interest in the role.
  • A current CV which includes key achievements & relevant qualifications.

To find out more about the role, please contact Lisa Paton, Coordinator Environment and Sustainability on or

Applications will be accepted until 11:30pm on 17 September 2025.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Progressed candidates will be required to complete a National Police Check & a Working With Children Check (WWCC).

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa with full unrestricted working rights. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.

Make an impact that matters

At Hobsons Bay we work as one to achieve exceptional outcomes for our community.

Hobsons Bay Council is shaping precincts, building community infrastructure, delivering positive environmental, social and economic outcomes through programs and policies, and providing over 120 services to strengthen our diverse community.

If you're ready to rise to the challenge of making a real difference, join us to help create a community and city that is inclusive, empowered, sustainable and visionary.

What can we offer

Council offers hybrid working, with newly renovated office facilities in the Civic Centre.

We support ongoing professional development, as your career matters to us

We are a proud inclusive employer. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply for our job opportunities. Our commitment is to provide diverse, safe and inclusive environments where everyone can grow and succeed.

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