• Bring your passion to a dedicated team seeking to become leaders in the ‘war on waste’
• Permanent full-time, Werribee-based
• Salary from $89,015 plus super and fortnightly RDO

We are Wyndham, one of Australia’s fastest growing and most diverse cities.

Our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared to welcome over 200,000 new residents by 2040.

Shape new possibilities. Be part of something more.

A bit about the role

Reporting to the Team Leader Waste Strategy, the Waste and Litter Education Officer will contribute to shaping Wyndham as a leader in waste reduction by delivering waste education campaigns and programs to inform, engage, and support the active participation of Wyndham’s diverse community members.

What you’ll deliver:

• High quality and effective waste and litter education and awareness programs contributing to a more sustainable city
• Informative, engaging, and effective education campaigns and programs within the Council and across the community
• Expert specialist advice and information to internal and external stakeholders on waste and litter related issues including resources, services, and current policies
• Input into the Council’s strategies for waste management, environment, sustainability, and litter prevention and reduction
• Plan, deliver and drive innovative waste reduction initiatives
• Support to the achievement of Council’s targets and strategic objectives in the war on waste
• Contribute to the annual budgets and reviews of waste education services

What you’ll bring:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies/Education or related field and/or demonstrable experience in a similar role
• Hands-on experience in delivering environmental education programs including waste and/or litter education will be highly regarded
• Hands-on experience in managing programs and projects
• Demonstrable skills in effectively communicating a wide range of new concepts
• Positive, proactive and flexible attitude
• Current Victorian drivers licence

Be part of something more

Take a look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community. It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong.

Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work. Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce. Ask us how this role can be worked.

So, are you ready to shape new possibilities?