Waste Services Project Officer

We are currently seeking applications for a Waste Services Project Officer to join our team. Applications close Wednesday, 11 December 2024 at 5:00pm.

Council is seeking applications for a Waste Services Project Officer to assist with the delivery of the Council’s waste services function.

About the role

The Waste Services Project Officer will be assisting in planning, implementing, and tracking capital waste projects. These duties will include developing project briefs; procuring goods and services; tender assessment; and contract management. We’re looking for someone with excellent time management and prioritisation skills. The successful applicant will need to be able to interpret and apply legislation, policies and exercise confidentiality to works. The Officer will also require excellent communication skills when engaging, consulting and negotiating with stakeholders.  

Why work for us?

• 9-day fortnight (72.5hr fortnight)
• Up to 12% Employer Superannuation with ability to salary sacrifice employee contribution.
• 5 weeks Annual Leave per year
• 13 weeks Long Service Leave after 10 years’ service – pro rata available after 7 years
• Salary Packaging available
• Supportive and motivating team
• Active Social Club
• Fitness Passport Program
• Flexible work arrangements
• Relaxed lifestyle, boating, fishing, sports facilities, private and public schooling options up to Grade 12, cultural venues and events and all of this situated in a thriving agricultural community only an hour away from Townsville or two hours from the magical Whitsundays.

Applicants should familiarise themselves with the entire position description.

The applicable salary is to a ceiling of Level 5 ($96,406pa) with the commencing salary dependent upon the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

Application packages are available from the Human Resources Office on (07) 4783 9800 or you can download the application package using the following link.

Applications for 24/84 – Waste Services Project Officer should include:

• A cover letter
• A current resume
• Statements addressing the selection criteria
• Copies of relevant qualifications and licences

Applications can be submitted using one of the following methods:

• Email – employment@burdekin.qld.gov.au
• Mail – Confidential Application No. 24/84, PO Box 974, Ayr Qld 4807

Applications close on Wednesday, 11 December 2024 at 5.00pm. Word or PDF format is preferable.

For further information please contact the Coordinator Waste Services – Rachel Martin on (07) 4783 9800.