Waste Education Officer

Job description

• Competitive hourly rate: $55 - $60 per hour + Super
• Initial 6 month contract with opportunity for extension
• Healthy work life balance - 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday

ABOUT THE COMPANY.
This reputable Local Council in the western suburbs of Sydney has recently opened an opportunity for a Waste Education Officer to join their team. Employees in this team have a keen desire to deliver work at the highest quality, thus collaboratively assisting each other with their projects. In this team of 7 employees, you will play an integral role in assisting with educating the community and assist Council in the development and execution of their Waste Education strategy.
ABOUT THE POSITION.
As a Waste Education Officer, you will develop, implement and evaluate education projects for domestic waste and resource recovery including the area of illegal dumping and littering. You will also continue the ongoing management of existing programs and future projects.
DUTIES.

• Develop, implement and evaluate education and promotion projects for domestic waste and resource recovery
• Liaise with the section’s contractors on the preparation, implementation, evaluation and maintenance of Council’s recycling education and promotional programs
• Improve resident awareness and participation in associated resource recovery and sustainability issues
• Organise and deliver resource recovery education related schools program, workshops, events and functions

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE.

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Education, Natural Resource Management or a related field
• Current Class C Drivers Licence
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, problem solving and evaluation skills
• Demonstrated experience in Local Councils is preferred

CULTURE.
This team is described as being collaborative, talented, and skilled, with a high level of work and team ethic. In this Council, employees are offered continuous opportunities to advance their skills and careers through broad project exposure and the ability to take ownership of their work.
BENEFITS.

• Opportunities for contract extension
• Work with a Coordinator providing close mentorship
• Enjoy flexible working hours ensuring excellent work life balance

HOW TO APPLY.
Click 'Apply for this job', or contact Truc Do on tdo@ivorygroup.com.au for a confidential discussion.