Waste Enforcement & Investigations Officer

Fairfield City Council; Fairfield; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leaseback vehicle (dual cabin)

Mobile phone provided

Uniform provided

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Fairfield City Council seeks a Waste Enforcement Officer to lead enforcement and education efforts protecting Fairfield City's environment.

You will investigate illegal dumping and littering, deter offenders, and promote sound waste practices in line with the City Plan for a Cleaner and Greener City. The role is permanent full-time (38 hours/week) with a salary from 77,652 to 90,957 AUD plus superannuation.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Local Government Investigations.
• Experience, knowledge and understanding of investigation processes and procedures.
• Proficiency in covert and overt investigation strategies and surveillance.
• Understanding enforcement powers under relevant legislation.
• Observe details, record information legally, write reports, interview witnesses and collect evidence.
• Prepare briefs of evidence and represent Council in court.
• Local Government experience is advantageous.
• White Card, SEINS training and First Aid/Senior Certificate are advantageous.
• Community development or engagement skills to change behaviour.
• Experience in dispute negotiation and conflict resolution.

Skills

Investigation procedures

Surveillance strategies

Enforcement powers

Evidence collection

Court representation

Attention to detail

Education

Certificate IV in Local Government Investigations

General Construction Induction Card (White Card)

SEINS training

First Aid/Senior Certificate

Job description

Fairfield City Council seeks a Waste Enforcement Officer to lead enforcement and education efforts protecting Fairfield City's environment.

You will investigate illegal dumping and littering, deter offenders, and promote sound waste practices in line with the City Plan for a Cleaner and Greener City. The role is permanent full-time (38 hours/week) with a salary from 77,652 to 90,957 AUD plus superannuation.