Waste and Resource Recovery Officer

The Waste and Resource Recovery Officer position at Cardinia Shire Council involves leading community waste minimisation and litter prevention programs. The role includes project management, contract supervision, and collaboration with stakeholders to support sustainable waste management. The council promotes a hybrid work model and offers professional development opportunities, focusing on work-life balance and environmental stewardship.
• Contribute to sustainable waste management and environmental protection.
• Lead projects that have a tangible impact on the community and environment
• ($) Super monthly ADO

Together Different Future

As one of the fastest growing municipalities in Victoria Cardinia Shire Council is a dynamic progressive and inclusive local council. Our success lies in working together doing things differently and preparing for the future.

Were looking for people who dream big and want to be part of creating meaningful change in our community.

About the opportunity

Join our Waste team as a Waste Resource and Recovery Officer. Youll be at the forefront of developing and managing innovative community waste minimisation and litter prevention education programs.

You will make an impact by
• Developing and managing comprehensive community waste minimisation resource recovery and litter prevention education programs.
• Manage waste related projects and actions as defined by Councils Waste and Resource Recovery Strategy.
• Assisting with the supervision and monitoring contracts for waste education collection and disposal services.
• Creating and implementing promotional and educational activities for waste services.
• Collaborating with state government and stakeholders to align with Recycling Victoria Policy.

What you will bring
• Strong project management skills with experience in community education programs.
• Knowledge of waste collection disposal recycling and waste minimisation methods and relevant legislation applicable to these activities.
• Demonstrated skills qualifications and experience in a relevant waste environmental or education field.
• Excellent communication skills for developing educational materials and liaising with stakeholders.
• Ability to manage contracts and oversee service delivery.
• Strong relationshipbuilding skills with community and stakeholder groups

Why work with us
• Activity based and hybrid work model.
• Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community.
• Professional development opportunities including training and education programs and leadership development initiatives.
• A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship with initiatives to reduce the Councils carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community.
• A focus on worklife balance with programs and initiatives designed to support employees physical and mental wellbeing.
• Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career here.

To apply
• Please complete the online application form including uploading your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.
• Applications close 31st May 2025
• For further information regarding the role please contact Kerrie Lamble Team Leader Waste Services onor refer to the position description.

Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable diverse and socially inclusive work environment and a positive barrierfree recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage people living with a disability LGBTIQ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on.

All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and preemployment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check Traffic Check or Working with Children Check.

You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role.

Position Description

Required Experience:

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