Waste Project Officer

About the role

Do you enjoy the challenge of managing multiple projects at one time?

Do you enjoy working with a range of internal and external stakeholders to achieve excellent results?

Do you have experience in planning and contributing to events and/or education programs?

If you answered yes to the above, we have an exciting opportunity for you! 

The Waste team at Bathurst Regional Council is looking for a suitably qualified and experienced person to join their team in the permanent full time role of Waste Project Officer. 

This position forms part of an energetic and diverse team responsible for managing waste projects and ensuring that residents and visitors to the Bathurst region are informed and engaged around the waste and recycling service that Council delivers.

The successful candidate must have the ability to coordinate and carry out community education projects and/or events which will occasionally occur outside of normal business hours. 

Key Requirements

• Class C NSW drivers licence 
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Environmental Sciences (or currently undertaking)
• Proven experience and knowledge in all aspects of project management  
• Knowledge of waste management procedures 
• Strong time management and oral & written communication skills 
• Research and analytical skills including the ability to write clear and concise reports 
• Experience in education and promotions in waste (or other relevant industry)
• Critical and lateral thinking skills 
• Ability to work with internal and external customer, and develop solutions  
• Ability to work well individually with limited supervision and within a team environment 
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel

What we can offer

• Work/Life Balance 
• Rostered day off every third week
• Generous leave entitlements 
• Corporate gym membership
• Employee education assistance
• Access to training and professional development opportunities
• Access to confidential employee assistance program

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This position requires a pre employment health assessment which includes a functional, audio and drug and alcohol screen.

Salary: $1,411.08 to $1,482.51 per week + superannuation

Position Status: Permanent Full-time 

Hours of work: 35 hours per week with an RDO every third week

Application closing date: Sunday, 15 September 2024, at 11.30pm

Contact Officer: Waste Management Coordinator, Tania Parkinson - 02 6333 6574

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. 

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.

How to Apply

To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire below. You will then be prompted to attach your resume and copies of any relevant qualifications (please note, attaching a resume is mandatory). You must have the right to live and work in Australia for the duration of this position to apply for this job.