Waste Management Officer

Permanent Full Time

$75,981 - $88,322 per annum plus Super and RDO

Position No : 9198

About the role

The Waste Management Officer plays a key role in delivering and improving Council’s waste services, including the kerbside four‑bin system and public waste infrastructure. With a strong focus on reducing contamination, responding to community concerns, and supporting waste‑related policy and strategy, this role is essential to achieving Council’s waste minimisation and sustainability goals. Following the commencement of the new eight‑year kerbside collection contract on 1 October, this permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful environmental outcomes and high‑quality service delivery.

About you

You are a dedicated and detail‑oriented professional with a passion for sustainable waste management. With strong problem‑solving skills, a proactive approach, and excellent administrative and reporting capabilities, you excel at addressing contamination issues, responding to public concerns, and working collaboratively with teams, contractors, and stakeholders to support and enhance Council’s waste initiatives.

Working at Macedon Ranges Shire Council

At Macedon Ranges Shire Council, we’re passionate about building a thriving workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute. You’ll work together alongside supportive and collaborative colleagues who share our values of honesty, accountability and innovation. We champion a culture of belonging through a variety of workplace flexibility options, and a calendar of wellbeing, diversity and inclusion related programs and initiatives.

• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Discount on memberships at Council gym and pool facilities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Purchased leave
• Access to hundreds of exclusive workplace benefits via our Employee Benefits platform
• Onsite Treater available to support your health and wellbeing at work

For further information contact Shafiq Mohamed – Team Leader Waste Management on .

Interviews are expected to be held from the week commencing 3 November 2025.

To apply please click below and follow the prompts. Please have a copy of your current Resume , responses to Selection Criteria for the role and a Cover letter ready to attach.

We value diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, abilities, and identities. If you require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know at [emailprotected] .

Direct applications only – Council does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.

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