Dungog Shire Council

Principal Project Officer Waste Management Services

About us

Dungog Shire Council supports a growing rural community of almost 10,000 residents in the vibrant and picturesque Hunter region of NSW. We are committed to ensuring the ongoing and consistent delivery of local services that are valued by our community and will be for generations to come.
 
It is anticipated that our population will grow by 1.9% per annum over the next 20 years as per the Hunter Regional Plan, higher than the state growth average. With an additional 2,400 dwellings to be provided over the term of the Hunter Regional Plan, Dungog will be the second fastest growing LGA in the Hunter Region.
 
Dungog is ideally located just over an hour north of Newcastle and within close proximity to a range of other regional hubs in the Hunter Valley, such as Maitland and Raymond Terrace. We have an enviable lifestyle with easy access to World Heritage listed sites, such as Barrington Tops National Park.

Your next opportunity

In the newly-created position of Principal Project Officer Waste Management Services, you will be responsible for the coordination, review and implementation of Council's Waste Strategy 2023. You are a results-driven individual with proven leadership skills. You will ideally have previous experience in waste services coordination (and/or similar utilities services coordination), contract management and project management. You will have a working knowledge of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and Regulations, including, but not limited to: NSW waste management requirements in regards to compliance and reporting. Experience in the analysis and reporting of waste and/or EPA data to inform decision-making and strategy adjustments would be suitable. 
 
In this role, you will be located in our Administration Building and will work closely to oversee and support the Waste Facility Supervisor in the day-to-day operations of the Waste Management Facility, supervision of Waste Management Facility personnel, organisation of rostering requirements, and timesheet management. This position will also be instrumental in facilitating the transition of the Waste Management Facility from Council's Planning and Environment directorate to Council's Infrastructure and Assets directorate.

Essential selection criteria include (full criteria in the Position Description below):

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Waste Management, Project Management, or a related field
• Demonstrated experience in waste management services, including project management and contract administration
• Strong understanding of NSW waste management legislation and regulations
• Proven ability to manage projects from inception through to delivery, including budget and timeline management
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Class C Driver Licence

Be rewarded

This position is evaluated at Grade 12 of Council's Salary System. The salary offered is in the range of $94,957 to $106,813 per annum plus 11.5% Superannuation, dependent upon competency level and in accordance with Council’s Salary Policy.

This position is offered on a temporary, full-time basis for two (2) years working 35 hours per week with one (1) rostered day off every 19 days.

Other Council benefits:

• Extra leave between the Christmas and New Year period (additional to annual leave)
• 3 weeks annual sick leave
• Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years rather than 10
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development including training and career progression

How to apply

Thank you for your interest in working with Dungog Shire Council.

You can apply now using our simple online application form. You are able to start an application and complete it at a time that suits you by selecting the Save For Later button.

To submit your application, please follow the below steps:

1. Fill out the required personal details and online questions below
2. Attach the requested documents (e.g. resume, cover letter, qualifications, licences)
3. Review your application and select Confirm

What happens next?

You will receive an automated acknowledgement email once you have submitted your application. We will be in touch once we have reviewed your application. Please note that Council reserves the right to review applications before the close date, so we recommend you apply as soon as possible if you are interested in this position.

Please be aware that Council is required to complete pre-employment checks on recommended candidates prior to an offer of employment. These include: reference checks, a pre-employment medical assessment, a criminal history check and/or a psychometric assessment.

For further information, please contact: Trevor Ryan, Director Planning and Environment on (02) 4995 7777

Application close: Tuesday 1 April 2025 at 11:59pm

Click here to view the Position Description