Help shape a more sustainable future for our community!
We're looking for a passionate and proactive FOGO Technical Specialist to join our Circular Economy and Resilience team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact by supporting innovative waste and resource recovery initiatives, including the delivery and continuous improvement of Council's Food Organics and Garden Organics (FOGO) service.
If you're passionate about sustainability, enjoy working with a variety of stakeholders, and thrive in a role that combines project work, community engagement, data analysis and customer service, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role
You’ll play a key role in supporting Council's waste and resource recovery programs while helping drive our circular economy objectives.
Working closely with internal teams, contractors, developers and the community, you'll contribute to projects and initiatives that improve waste management outcomes and encourage sustainable behaviours.
What you will be doing
In this diverse and rewarding role, you will:
- Support the implementation and ongoing success of Council's FOGO service.
- Contribute to the development and delivery of resource recovery projects, strategies, policies and programs.
- Coordinate organics-related procurement, including compostable liners and kitchen caddies.
- Conduct audits and evaluate service performance to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Undertake site inspections relating to waste management, bin presentation and signage.
- Work with residents, businesses and stakeholders to promote sustainable waste management practices.
- Analyse data and trends to develop strategies that reduce contamination and improve resource recovery outcomes.
- Liaise regularly with contractors and internal teams to support service delivery and performance.
- Deliver high-quality customer service by responding to enquiries and requests within agreed service standards.
- Represent Council at community events, workshops, meetings and festivals.
About You
You are an organised and customer-focused professional who enjoys solving problems, building relationships and contributing to meaningful environmental outcomes.
You'll bring:
- Tertiary qualifications in Waste Management, Sustainability, Business, Project Management or a related discipline, or demonstrated experience in a compliance, enforcement or similar role, ideally within the waste industry.
- Current Class C Driver's Licence.
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Why Join Us?
- Make a positive environmental impact in your local community.
- Be part of a collaborative and innovative team.
- Work on meaningful sustainability and circular economy initiatives.
- Enjoy a varied role with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Help drive behaviour change and improve resource recovery outcomes across the community.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to do meaningful work that directly contributes to creating a more inclusive, equitable and sustainable community.
- Commitment to providing opportunities for work/life balance
- Hybrid work from home and office arrangements
- Flexibility regarding start and finish times to suit your lifestyle
- Work 37.5 hours and enjoy a rostered day off approximately every three weeks
- Long service leave after 5 years, then accrued monthly
- 18 weeks paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
- Three additional grant days at Christmas
- Annual performance reviews and Award increases
- Study assistance and professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to join Fitness Passport
- Various health and wellbeing initiatives including flu vaccinations and wellness programs
- Collaborative and values-driven workplace culture.
If you're passionate about sustainability, waste reduction and creating a more circular future, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us build a cleaner, greener and more resilient community.
Your commencing annual salary will range from $87,680.34 - $109,600.43 + Superannuation dependent on your experience and qualifications.
Please note that, from time to time, you may be required to work on weekends to support community events and engagement activities. Further details will be discussed during the interview process.
How to apply
Please ensure you give full answers to the online application questions, showcasing your abilities and experience. Your answers, in conjunction with your resume, will determine if you are invited to an interview.
Please note you do not need a “password” to use our on-line application system, however you have the option save and return to your application prior to the closing date. In addition to answering the online questions, this position requires you to attach your Resume to complete the application process.
Please note, you are not required to submit a cover letter or a statement addressing selection criteria.
Closing Date: Thursday 10th September 2026 at 11:30pm.
If you would like to know more, please see the position description or contact Elspeth Pike on 0481 456 615 for a confidential discussion.
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