Waste Project Officer

The Waste Project Officer job in Melbourne pays circa $63/hour for a local government authority.

Your new company

This local government authority, based in Melbourne’s inner suburbs, is committed to driving sustainability and innovation in waste management.

Your new role

Reporting to the Waste Strategy and Engagement Coordinator, you will play a key role in delivering Council’s Waste and Circular Economy Action Plan. Your work will focus on reducing landfill, increasing resource recovery, and improving community waste practices.
You will:
  • Coordinate programs and projects that promote waste avoidance, minimisation, and reduce litter and illegal dumping.
  • Collaborate with the Waste Management Team to identify and lead operational service improvements.
  • Manage Council’s Recycling Hub contract, ensuring non-kerbside recyclables are collected and processed in line with EPA and OHS standards.
  • Engage and support internal teams and the community to avoid, reduce, reuse, and recycle through events, initiatives, and education programs.

What you'll need to succeed

To succeed in this role, you will bring:
  • A degree in Environment, Sustainability, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
  • Proven experience in planning and implementing waste management initiatives within local government.
  • Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills to address complex challenges.
  • Experience in assessing waste management plans.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across teams on complex projects.

What you'll get in return

Join a forward-thinking council that values sustainability and innovation. You’ll enjoy:
  • A supportive team environment
  • Flexible work arrangements tailored to employee and business needs

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Suman.Kadian@hays.com.au



LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Temporary
Industry
Engineering
Location
VIC - Melbourne CBD
Specialism
Sustainability
Ref:
2970999

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Suman Kadian, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Melbourne
1 Melbourne Quarter, Level 9/699 Collins St, Docklands,

Telephone: 9604 9656

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