Waste Technical Officer

1 week ago


Sutherland, Australia Sutherland Shire Council Full time

Waste Technical Officer

  • Lead innovative waste education and minimisation initiatives for the Sutherland Shire community.
  • Ensure effective delivery of waste services while promoting sustainability and resource recovery.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to enhance community engagement.
  • Utilise data-driven insights to inform and improve waste management policies and programs.

Our Waste Services Unit plays a critical role in managing domestic waste collection and disposal, ensuring that our residential, parks, reserves, and public facilities are well-maintained and clean. 

Our commitment to sustainability drives us to continuously seek innovative solutions that minimise environmental impacts while promoting waste avoidance and recycling. 

Position Overview

The Waste Technical Officer will be instrumental in developing and implementing waste education and minimisation programs aimed at fostering a culture of sustainability within the community. This role will require managing resources effectively, monitoring program outcomes, and delivering technical advice to ensure high-quality service delivery.

In addition, you will be expected to identify service gaps and improvement opportunities, ensuring that all contractor works meet corporate service performance standards. Your ability to engage with residents and provide exceptional customer service will be essential in addressing inquiries and promoting community involvement in waste reduction efforts.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate for the role will possess:

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in Education, Communications, Business, Sustainability, Environmental Science, or equivalent experience.
  • C Class Driver's Licence
  • Demonstrated experience in delivering and evaluating educational programs for diverse audiences.
  • Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
  • Understanding of waste management issues and experience in project management is desirable.

You should be a proactive decision-maker with excellent communication skills, capable of conveying complex information in an accessible manner. A commitment to teamwork and collaboration is essential as you work to achieve the objectives of the Waste Services Unit.

 Join our Team and Grow with Us

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council

  • Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit
  • Get your application in by 11.59pm: Monday 30 September 2024
  • Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks after the closing date
  • Package: From $99,571 to $105,365 gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation. Salary will be based on skills and experience.
  • Hours of work:  Permanent Full Time: 35 hours per week with option of 19-day month flexitime arrangement  
  • To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, corporate membership to our leisure centres, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Click on the link to check out the Position Description

Reach out to Oliver Wady - OWady@ssc.nsw.gov.au  for any job specific enquiries.

Melanie Silburn MSilburn@scc.nsw.gov.au, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

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About Us

If you want to make a difference and be part of a challenging and rewarding working environment, then joining us just might be the right career move for you Join a passionate and dedicated team covering a diversity of services, industries and occupations.

At Sutherland Shire Council we do more than serve our community – we are our community. Our energy can be seen in everything we do. From having a can-do attitude, to embracing change and opportunities, being people-centred and working together as one.

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