* Fixed Term, Part Time - 24 months
* 24 hours per week
About Us
The City of Whittlesea is one of the fastest growing municipalities in Australia. As a local government organisation, we play a pivotal role in the everyday lives of our community. Our vision is to make Whittlesea 2040: A Place For All by ensuring our residents can enjoy access to local services, facilities and infrastructure.
Our staff are passionate, skilled and diverse, providing a great environment to work in and succeed.
The Role
Make a difference in our community! The Waste Diversions Officer (Recycling) is responsible for the planning and implementation of general and targeted waste diversion programs and projects targeted at reducing contamination in the recycling bin.
The role will support City of Whittlesea residents and businesses to be well educated and informed on waste minimisation, contamination reduction and resource recovery, through a range of digital and published media, Councils Bin Inspection Program and in-person community education events.
The role will investigate opportunities for diversion improvements and innovation of Councils waste services and works alongside councils contractors to develop and promote Councils diversion education programs to increase community participation and reduce contamination.
The Waste Diversions Officer (Recycling) is responsible for investigating and resolving complaints relating to the daily waste and resource recovery operations.
About you
You will have demonstrated knowledge of waste diversion, recovery services and waste education in a local government setting with ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with a range of stakeholders and solve problems relating to the waste service.
You are a collaborative and reliable team member who can gain commitment and cooperation from others, resolving conflict and issues.
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