Waste Technical Officer Disposal & Projects

Why work with us?

At Council, we’re proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you’ll want to join our team!

With the vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region - Healthy, Smart, and Creative, council is at the forefront of delivering a number of region-shaping projects that will see the region become a hub for innovation, entrepreneurship and creativity, along with opportunities and a lifestyle for all to enjoy.

About the Role

The Waste & Resource Management Branch delivers high quality outcomes in the areas of collection, recycling and disposal of solid waste from residential and commercial premises and collection of liquid waste from holding tanks located in un-sewered areas.   The branch also provides and manages landfills and resource recovery centres as well as education as part of its “Reduce, Re-Use, Recycle” program.

The Waste Technical Officer Disposals & Projects oversees the operational aspects of waste management facilities throughout the region including contractor performance, high level project and contract management, development of new techniques and methodology, and provision of expert advice to the team and stakeholders regarding legislation, policy and industry best practice to promote performance and improvement.

As the Waste Technical Officer Disposals & Projects you will:

• Contract manage the day to day waste diversion and disposal operations (Resource Recovery Centres).
• Contribute to the planning for waste management facilities and projects through professional knowledge, research, data analysis and trending, ensuring alignment to council’s strategic goals.
• Carry out high level project management including preparation, implementation, delivery and reporting of allocated projects, contracts and operations.
• Carry out procedural and technical investigations to identify causes of technical or operational issues, or in response to identified risks; make recommendations for action; develop improved practices, standards and procedures.
• Maintain a current understanding of relevant legislative requirements and provide accurate and timely advice to project stakeholders and staff regarding legislation, local law, Council policy, strategies and industry best practice

About you

As a professional in Disposals & Projects, you will have a demonstrated experience in waste diversion, recovery and disposal management programs and an up-to-date knowledge of contemporary waste and resource management practices.

You will have demonstrated appreciation of the essentials of contract management and administration on a substantial scale, including legal, risk management and financial management.

You will have the required skills for contract management and administration on a substantial scale, including legal, risk management and financial management; and the ability to develop goals, plans, systems and projects to achieve branch objectives and aspirations.

As a requirement of this role, you will have a Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Civil or Environmental) or equivalent, or a combination of extensive experience, expertise and competence, sufficient to perform all duties of the position at this level.

Our Culture & Employee Benefits

Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse, healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits and working styles to suit you:

• Wellbeing: Your wellbeing is important to us therefore we offer a number of different initiatives such as discounted health related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program and development opportunities. 
• Flexibility: We know it is important to balance life and work, therefore we offer flexible working including a 9-day fortnight and a hybrid WFH model that help you be your best.
• Extras: Those extras make a difference therefore we offer salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation, smartphones and devices. We also pay you 17.5% leave loading and generous Superannuation where council will contribute 12% Superannuation in addition to your 6% superannuation contribution.

How to apply

Your written application should include:

• A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile. Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing this criteria; and
• A current resume or curriculum vitae.

Once you have these two documents ready, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete your application.

Further Information

Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.

To learn more about Council’s vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan 2024-2028.

For specific enquiries contact Alex Patissier during business hours on 0439 728 489.

We're working hard to create an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Recruitment Team [email protected].

At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.