City of Perth

Circular Economy Project Officer

• $104,314-$110,502 per annum, plus superannuation
• Full-time, permanent
• CBD Location

As the capital city of Western Australia, the City of Perth is a Local Government that is ambitious for the future. To achieve our aims, we recruit the very best people who understand the City exists to enable and deliver the aspirations of the community.

The Opportunity

As a Circular Economy Project Officer for the City of Perth, you'll be at the forefront of shaping a sustainable circular future. Your key role will involve research, development, and implementation of innovative circular economy strategies and projects, driving the City towards ambitious waste reduction and resource recovery goals. You’ll play a critical part in transforming waste systems, advocating for change, and fostering partnerships with a diverse range of stakeholders to embed circular principles across the City.

Reporting to the Waste Transformation Specialist within our Operations team, your responsibilities would primarily include:

• Strategic Development: contribute to research and creation of transformative programs and initiatives that support the City's strategic waste and sustainability objectives while ensuring compliance with environmental legislation;
• Stakeholder Engagement: Lead the education of and communication with the City’s internal and external stakeholders on legislation, regulations, policies and procedures relevant to established and leading circular economy initiatives.  Be the voice of change, driving the adoption of sustainable systems;
• Grant Acquisition: Proactively identify and support the submission of funding applications for circular economy projects, unlocking opportunities to enhance the City’s sustainable initiatives; and
• Technical Support: Serve as a key advisor, resolving complex waste management challenges by leveraging your expertise and influencing stakeholders through collaboration, negotiation, and evidence-based strategies.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will possess:

• Qualification in sustainable waste management, environmental science, project management or relevant discipline, or minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role;
• Demonstrated experience in scoping, facilitating, analysing and reporting on sustainability projects;
• Comprehensive knowledge of Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Act 2007 (WARR), relevant State and Local Government Acts and legislation; and
• Thorough knowledge of circular economy or sustainability principles.

If your experience and capabilities match these criteria, we welcome your application.

Above all, you will live our values of Commitment, Teamwork, Courage and Respect that allow us to come together to lead and support the community.

Please view the attached Application Pack to learn more about the role and working at the City.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work for us, you will need to demonstrate:

• A right to work in Australia (e.g. a birth certificate, current passport or current visa);
• A current ‘C’ class Australian drivers licence; and
• A satisfactory National Police Clearance (dated within 3 months).

How to Apply

Please apply online by clicking the ‘APPLY’ button below, which will direct you to the City’s application questionnaire.

When prompted, please submit: your current resume; a cover letter that concisely addresses the Selection Criteria; and any relevant qualifications or certifications. Remember, less is more!

The Application Process

Applications for this position will close at 5PM AWST on Wednesday, 6th November 2024. Applications may be considered, and interviews conducted prior to, the closing date.

Applicants may also be considered for similar positions within the City of Perth.

We’re continuing to build a gender-equitable team and a culture that’s just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the City of Perth Community. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.