Waste and Circular Economy Coordinator

Alpine Shire Council; Bright; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpine Shire Council in Bright, Victoria, is seeking a Waste and Circular Economy Coordinator to drive waste management strategies, oversee transfer stations, kerbside programs, and pursue circular economy initiatives within the community.

You will lead projects, ensure compliance with EPA guidelines, collaborate with businesses and residents, and report progress to Council under Band 7As terms. The role is permanent full-time, based in Bright, with a strong focus on sustainability.

Qualifications

• Excellent people and communication skills to work with diverse stakeholders
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Knowledge of local waste management laws and sustainability practices
• A problem-solver with passion for sustainability and the environment
• Experience in waste management or environmental services is a plus

Responsibilities

• Leading the development and implementation of waste management strategies for the community in line with statutory requirements
• Ensuring the proper collection, recycling, and disposal of waste via kerbside collection and transfer stations
• Monitoring compliance with local regulations, EPA guidelines and waste disposal policies
• Collaborating with local businesses, residents, and environmental groups to promote sustainable practices
• Tracking waste reduction progress and providing detailed reports to local government officials
• Educating the public on proper waste disposal techniques and the importance of recycling

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Sustainability knowledge

Job description

Are you passionate about sustainability and waste management innovation and driven to deliver excellent services to local communities? Do you want to make a direct impact on the future of Circular economy and sustainable waste practices?

We're looking for a dedicated Waste and Circular Economy Coordinator to join our local government team!

How you will make a difference

You will have the potential to achieve outstanding outcomes with an innovative approach to doing business, together with a passion for service excellence. You will drive best practice waste management processes across Council, manage the operations of Transfer Stations, kerbside collection contracts, closed landfill sites and regulated waste compliance obligations.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading the development and implementation of waste management strategies for the community in line with statutory requirements
• Ensuring the proper collection, recycling, and disposal of waste via kerbside collection and from councils transfer stations
• Monitoring compliance with local regulations, EPA guidelines and waste disposal policies
• Collaborating with local businesses, residents, and environmental groups to promote sustainable practices
• Tracking waste reduction progress and provide detailed reports to local government officials as guided by Council related action plans
• Educating the public on proper waste disposal techniques and the importance of recycling

Our Ideal Candidate

A stand-out professional with an understanding of sustainability, environmental sciences and contemporary waste. Your great communication skills, commitment to positive leadership and enthusiastic nature will support your team to grow and thrive.

Your skills will include:

• Excellent people and communication skills to work effectively with a variety of stakeholders
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Knowledge of local waste management laws and sustainability practices
• A problem-solver with a passion for sustainability and the environment
• Previous experience in waste management, environmental services, or a related field is a plus
• An inclusive, innovative, supportive and flexible workplace
• A welcoming and friendly community who love where they live
• A chance to make a positive difference to your community.

About the position:

• Permanent Full-Time Position
• Alpine Shire Council Enterprise Agreement 2023: Band 7
  • Band 7A Salary range commencing at $100,353 + Super + Leave Loading
• Based in Bright

About Alpine Shire

Alpine Shire Council is a values-based organisation that delivers meaningful outcomes for its community. We are led by Councillors and an Executive Leadership Group that genuinely cares, and, at our core, passionate colleagues who enjoy what they do. We offer flexibility and invest in developing our people in-line with our values of innovation, collaboration, accountability, respect and empowerment.

We are located in the stunning high-country region of North East Victoria surrounded by spectacular mountains with plenty of natural waterways for you to enjoy. Renowned as one of Victoria's premier holiday destinations, this spectacular region is an adventure and nature lover's paradise. Within our beautiful high country we really have it all – Downhill & cross country skiing, world class mountain biking; fishing; 4-wheel driving; paragliding; rock climbing; rafting and so much more!

Appreciate a flexible work life balance with an adventure, nature and food lover's paradise on your doorstep. Enjoy the rural lifestyle and be welcomed by a friendly community who love where they live.

Council reserves the right to appoint a candidate into the role prior to the closing date. Applicants will be kept updated on the status of their application.

Alpine Shire Council is committed to being a child safe organisation. Every child and young person has the right to feel safe. All our employees have a shared responsibility to protect children and young people from harm and abuse. Alpine Shire Council has established policies, procedures and training to achieve these commitments.

Christophe Baudry, Manager Assets and Waste