Waste & Circular Economy Program Manager (5820)

Unit: City Resilience
Division: City LifeLocation: Council Centre  Employment status: Permanent Full-time positionClassification: Municipal Officer Level 5Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2021 Salary range: $112,568 to $121,946 per annum + 12.5% superannuation. You will also receive commuter rights of a motor vehicle, plus car park, laptop, and mobile phone. 

This role ensures the City's success by overseeing waste services operations, managing internal and external reporting, and addressing strategic and legislative requirements. Responsibilities include planning, implementing, and delivering outcomes for the City's Waste Management Strategy, City Resilience Unit Plan, and Capital City Strategic Plan. 

Role accountabilities include:

• Manage the City’s participation in a range of waste management initiatives/programs and long-term strategic planning.
• Manage the Capital Works and operational budgets for the Waste and Circular Economy Program.
• Review and submit admissions on strategic waste and resource recovery policy and programs on behalf of the City.
• Prepare high level detailed and specialised technical information and advice.
• Prepare and manage contract specifications and tender processes.
• Research, investigate, and implement policies and programs to reduce waste to landfill and increase resource recovery and drive Circular Economy.

You will have completed a tertiary degree qualification in a relevant field, and a high level of relevant experience as well as extensive knowledge of the waste and Circular Economy field. In addition, you will have significant contract management, budgeting, and business management skills, with a strong understanding of regional and state activities and policy frameworks as they relate to waste and Circular Economy.

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:

• Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 12.5% with salary sacrifice options.
• Flexible work arrangements including the option to apply for a nine-day fortnight.
• A wide range of paid leave entitlements.
• Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
• Discounted membership at Hobart Aquatic Centre.
• Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
• An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
• Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.
• Low Interest Personal Loans (LGAT).

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, National Police History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to

You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.

Ensure you have copies of your resume, qualification/s, and your Driver Licence to attach at the end of your application.

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.

The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.

Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.

Applications close 11:59 pm Monday 8 April 2024.