Waste Facility Environment Officer

Waste Facility Environment Officer

About Us

Maitland City Council is a diverse and dynamic organisation in a rapidly growing LGA. We are going through an exciting period of change, with a focus on providing progressive services through exceptional customer experience. Due to continued growth in our Waste Services division, we are excited to add a Waste Facility Environment Officer to our highly skilled team to continue to make a true and meaningful impact on our community.

About the Role

As Waste Facility Environment Officer, you are responsible for the environmental management of Councils waste facility and ensuring it achieves all environmental compliance requirements for the site.

The role is responsible for the development, implementation and management of environmental studies and plans such as the Landfill Environmental Management Plan and Pollution Response Incident Management Plan. You will coordinate the monitoring program, environmental inspections and environmental reporting for the site, as well as provide expert advice and assistance on environmental management in relation to any site construction, investigations and adoption of new practices and procedures.

Additionally, you will develop strong relationships with site employees, Team Leaders and Coordinators, providing training and guidance on environmental management requirements across the site.

About You

To be successful in this role you will possess degree qualifications in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant education/training and contemporary experience in a similar role.

You will have demonstrated experience in the environmental management and operations of a waste management facility, with a focus on developing and implementing environmental and operational plans. You will also have proven experience in the environmental monitoring and analysis of surface water, groundwater, leachate, gas, noise and/or odour.

As well as a strong understanding of waste and environmental management legislation, policies and programs, you will have highly developed interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to liaise and interact effectively across a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.

Benefits

This is a permanent full-time role working 35 hours per week with a base salary ranging from $95,235 - $105,678 per year) based on demonstrated competencies + 11.5% p.a superannuation.

Council also offers a range of other benefits for its employees including:

· Flexible work arrangements including WFH, condensed weeks or fortnights

· Access to our Healthy Employee Program (HEP): including reduced gym memberships and subsidies for programs that improve health and wellbeing

· Generous leave entitlements including Long Service Leave after five years and paid parental leave

· Ongoing training and development

Questions?

If after reading the role charter you have any questions, please contact Michelle Lindsay, Operations Manager Waste Services, on 02 4934 9802.

To Apply

To apply for this opportunity, please click 'Apply Now' and submit your resume and cover letter.

Only candidates with current Australian work rights (Australian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens with a current passport, valid work visa) will be considered.

Applications close: Monday 4 November 2024

What happens next?

Once applications close, we will review all candidates' details against the role requirements and will be back in touch with you to advise the status of your application.

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing). Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, psychometric testing or a criminal history check. For more information about the recruitment process, visit the "Jobs at Council" page on our website

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Maitland City Council is dedicated to providing a workplace that is inclusive and supportive and is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We support equal opportunities for all employees, and encourage applications from people from all cultures, nationalities, identities, and abilities. We believe all employees have the right to feel valued, respected and heard. If you have any special considerations or accessibility requirements, please let us know in the recruitment process how we are able to meet your needs.

If you require special assistance, or have any questions about the recruitment process please contact us for a confidential conversation (Recruitment@maitland.nsw.gov.au)