Waste Education Officer

Shire of Broome; Shire Of Broome; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 88,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave entitlements

Flexible work

Wellness program

Broome Location Allowance

Job summary

Shire of Broome is seeking a Waste Education Officer to support the adherence to the State Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Strategy 2030. The role focuses on planning and delivering waste education programs to improve resource recovery and sustainable practices.

The position is permanent part-time (20 hours per week) with flexible hours and potential for additional hours. Experience delivering education to schools and community groups is desirable.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and in a busy team environment.
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Experience in presenting to schools and community groups on waste education matters.
• Experience in preparation of resource recovery and waste education materials.
• Experience in the delivery of waste education/waste management or behavioural change programmes.
• Understanding of resource recovery, waste management, climate change, sustainability and circular economy principles and issues.

Responsibilities

• To support the Shire’s adherence to the State Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Strategy 2030 and associated Action Plan.
• To plan, prepare and implement waste education programs that facilitate environmentally sustainable outcomes.
• To assist with the contract administration of waste management services to ensure performance standards are met.
• To prepare, coordinate and implement waste related projects.

Skills

Independent work

Verbal communication

Stakeholder liaison

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Waste education

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

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Waste Education Officer

Posted: 30/10/2026

Closing Date: 13/11/2026

Job Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Broome, Western Australia, 6725

Job Category: Government, Defence & Emergency

Job Description

Broome is one of the most stunning places in Australia. It has magnificent beaches and a natural environment that boasts desirable lifestyles, active and dynamic cultural, sporting and social scenes, with all the features and benefits of a small town!

At the Shire of Broome our people are fundamental to our success. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace with the right people in the right roles, who are proactive, empowered and appropriately rewarded.

We strive to be a workplace filled with employees who live and breathe our values of PEARLS (Proactive, Engaging, Accountable, Respectful, Listening, Sustainable).

About the Position:

• To support the Shire’s adherence to the State Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Strategy 2030 and associated Action Plan.
• To plan, prepare and implement waste education programs that facilitate environmentally sustainable outcomes associated with better resource recovery and waste management practices
• To assist with the contract administration of waste management services to ensure performance standards are met.
• To prepare, coordinate and implement waste related projects

A full position description can be found here: Waste Education Officer - Position Description

This is a permanent part time position 20 hours per week, with the opportunity for additional hours of work. No weekend work required and flexible working hours available.

Ideal for parents with school-aged children to suit your work/life balance.

About You

• Ability to work independently and in a busy team environment.
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders and form effective working relationships
• Experience in presenting to schools and community groups on waste education matters.
• Experience in preparation of resource recovery and waste education materials.
• Experience in the delivery of waste education/waste management or behavioural change programmes.
• Understanding of resource recovery, waste management, climate change, sustainability and circular economy principles and issues.
• Demonstrated organisational and time management skills, an the ability to manage competing priorities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and outlook.

Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, give us a call to talk further. Our recruitment process considers both technical and cultural fit, and how our development program can support individuals to grow into roles. You may just be the right candidate for this or another position at the Shire of Broome.

About the Shire

Broome is one of the most stunning places in Australia. It has magnificent beaches and a natural environment that boasts desirable lifestyles, active and dynamic cultural, sporting and social scenes, with all the features and benefits of a small town!

Working for the Shire of Broome means you will enjoy:

• Salary band between $82,208.67- 88,080.71 base salary per annum pro-rata (depending on qualifications, skills and experience) plus a Broome Location Allowance of $6,463.000 pro-rata.
• Generous leave entitlements well above industry minimums, including additional annual leave.
• Flexible work, with fortnightly rostered days off - giving you every opportunity to enjoy that Broome lifestyle!
• Salary sacrifice options for rental assistance.
• Family Membership to the Broome Recreation and Aquatic Centre.
• A comprehensive Wellness Program including discounts on local services such as Pilates and Yoga.
• An active and engaging social club.

The Shire of Broome is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.