Waste Contracts and Compliance Officer - Limited Tenure

We Are East Gippsland Shire

East Gippsland is a natural playground with over 21,000 square km of land including high country, nine national parks, two significant marine parks, Australia’s largest navigable inland lake system and stunning coastlines included!

East Gippsland Shire Council is a large regional council covering 10% of Victoria. With a workforce of over 600 passionate community members, EGSC offers challenging and rewarding skills development and the ability to work with a range of teams across a range of locations.

A unique blend of nature, culture, and recreational opportunities, East Gippsland Shire is a captivating destination for those looking to broaden their skills whilst enjoying an enviable lifestyle.

The Opportunity

As the Waste Contracts and Compliance Officer, your main responsibility will be to facilitate compliance services and contract administration for Council’s waste and resource recovery.

You’ll take on:

• Preparing reports for the EPA, Sustainability Victoria and other agencies to meet Council’s responsibilities
• Planning and carrying out site inspections, compliance audits and monitoring for OHS and environmental risks
• Contract management including assisting with the delivery of grant funded projects and managing contract performance
• Preparing various reporting including regular reporting, tenders and contract extensions

This is a full-time position for 12 months (parental leave cover) and is based from the Lakes Entrance office.

Things You’re Proud Of (Key Selection Criteria)

• Experience in developing and executing plans, strategies, process, systems, procedures for contracts.
• Experience in liaising with State and Federal agencies, and other internal/external stakeholders in relation to compliance matters.
• Demonstrated experience in dealing with legislative compliance and reporting.
• Business improvement experience including development and delivery of process improvement, compliance reporting, budget management and reporting; and business planning.
• Experience in implementing policies, procedures and administrative systems relevant to contract management, waste management or local Government.
• Skills in managing time and organising work to established objectives.
• Experience in a customer-focused model of service delivery.
• A current, valid Victorian Driver’s license.

If successful, you will need to undertake a police check and pre-employment medical check. You must also be legally entitled to work in Australia.

Things We’re Proud Of

• Monthly ADO schedule
• Flexibility to work from home
• Annual leave loading
• Employee Assistance Program and Social Club
• Great work-life balance, so close to great holiday destinations, beaches, mountains, parks and lakes.

How To Apply

If this sounds like your next move, apply now and attach:

1. A cover letter stating why you are interested in the position and what you will bring to East Gippsland Shire Council 
2. A current resume which includes your personal details, education, qualifications, work experience and the contact details of two (2) work-related referees.
3. A statement providing detailed responses to each of the key selection criteria as stated in the position description.

Applications close at 11.59pm on 16 February 2024. 

Questions? For a confidential discussion about the position or to learn more, please contact Ian Stanbury, Waste Operations Coordinator, on (03) 5153 9***.

East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, gender diverse people, religiously, culturally and linguistically diverse people and people of any age.

East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and has a zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. To uphold these standards a valid working with children check is required to be held for applicable positions.