The Hills Shire Council

Senior Resource Recovery Program Officer

Join our team as Senior Resource Recovery Programs Officer and become a pivotal force in driving waste and resource recovery programs for the community and working with the Resource Recovery Team towards the introduction of FOGO! You’ll be key in the implementation of Council’s Resource Recovery Delivery Program and the development and delivery of waste and resource recovery strategies, policies, projects, programs, and activities. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and love working with a dynamic team, this exciting role is perfect for you!

Working with us: At The Hills Shire Council, we live our values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Leadership and Safety through the work that we perform for the Community. We are committed to an inclusive, diverse and supportive workplace culture where our people and customers feel respected and valued. Council also prides itself on being a Child Safe Organisation that is committed to promoting the health, safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people in our community.

What this role looks like:

• Undertake projects identified in adopted plans such as The Hills Shire Plan.
• Actively seek and apply for grant funding relating to waste and resource recovery.
• Implement the Resource Recovery Delivery Program and develop future Delivery Programs.
• Assist with overseeing the implementation and ongoing management of Council’s FOGO service.
• Develop a resource recovery program schedule and deliver educational programs, activities and projects.

What are we seeking in our new team member:

• Positive and engaged team member.
• Holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Environment or similar field.
• Demonstrated experience in project management and developing strategies and programs.

Benefits of working with us:
Competitive rates of pay of up to 122K per annum (including car allowance, excluding superannuation), paid weekly, paid training to keep your skills up to date, opportunity for bonus payments, discounted membership to Waves Fitness & Aquatics Centre, free on-site undercover parking, and an active Social Club.

Next steps: Please review the Position Description and apply via Careers | The Hills Shire Council by 5pm on 2 December 2024. As applications will be processed upon receipt, early submission is encouraged.

People with disabilities, who meet the selection criteria, are encouraged to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made or if you need any other assistance with submitting your application, please feel free to contact the HR team at hr@thehills.nsw.gov.au

Offers of employment will be subject to following pre-employment checks: Psychometric Testing, Reference Checks, Identity Check, Medical checks (including Drug and Alcohol Screening), Working With Children (where applicable), and Criminal History. We assess applications on merit and suitability related to the inherent requirements of the position. Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.