Waste Management Officer

Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible. Together, we're working to build a vibrant and sustainable regional city... and we would love for you to join us. In the heart of the Goldfields, Kalgoorlie-Boulder is a modern and thriving city that embodies the true spirit of a regional community. Located approximately 600 kilometres east of Perth, more than 30,000 people call the city home and enjoy the amenities and facilities of a metropolitan city, with the lifestyle benefits that come from living in a place where nature and adventure are on your doorstep. With new leadership, dedicated staff and a supportive Council, the City is working towards the vision of being a sustainable regional city of the future. We are dedicated to working together to achieve the best possible outcomes and are guided by our intention to: Be a clean and green city Be a place people call home Have facilities and services for everyone Encourage and support economic development and diversification Be a quality employer. About the role This position is responsible to assist in delivery of waste programs, including waste behavioural change / education programs that will contribute to waste reduction, increased recycling and enhance the City’s management and systems for waste services. Duties Serve as the first point of contact for all community waste enquiries Develop and deliver engaging waste education programs that encourage correct waste behaviours Organise and host waste education events in partnership with schools, community groups, internal teams and external stakeholders Conduct waste audits and inspections to support data-driven decision-making Who we are looking for Passion for environmental sustainability and reducing landfill waste. Strong influencing skills to drive decisions and outcomes. Self‑motivated with a positive attitude. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Effective time management and organisational abilities. Experience in waste/resource recovery or relevant tertiary qualifications. Skilled in negotiation, conflict resolution, and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to deliver high‑quality customer service. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Flexible to work outside standard hours. Current National Police Clearance and WA “C” Class driver’s licence. Values Accountability – We take ownership of our actions and outcomes, delivering on our commitments. Collaboration – We work together with respect and shared purpose to achieve common goals. Teamwork – We support one another, celebrate collective success and grow stronger together. Respect – We treat others with dignity, value diverse perspectives and build inclusive relationships. Integrity – We act with honesty, fairness and ethical responsibility in all we do. Transparency – We communicate openly, share information freely and foster trust. Excellence – We pursue high standards, continuous improvement and impactful results. Benefits We provide employees with generous employment conditions/benefits, including: Salary sacrificing Flexible Working Arrangements A host of health and well‑being initiatives, including the Employee Assistance Program Generous Superannuation contributions with the City matching up to 3% voluntary additional contributions Training and development opportunities Free Parking Subsidised gym/leisure centre membership (at the nearby Goldfields Oasis) $300 annual reimbursement for attendance at, or use of, City owned facilities Rebated childcare offered We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, meaning all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to the opportunities available. #J-18808-Ljbffr