Are you ready to make a real impact in a thriving inner-city community? The City of Vincent is seeking an experienced WasteContracts Officer to join our Waste & Recycling team.
Permanent, full time position located in Osborne Park
Salary Range $89,003 – $93,257 per annum dependent on qualifications and experience
Why You'll Love Working With Us
At the City of Vincent, we're driven by our vision to be courageous, clever and creative – bold in our ideas and deeply connected to our community. We're building a place where people love to live, work, visit and belong. If you thrive in a progressive, people-focused environment, you'll fit right in.
Benefits
Five weeks leave (four weeks annual leave plus an additional one-week special leave each year)
Up to 15.5% Employer Superannuation Contributions
7‐years pro‐rata Long Service Leave for Local Government
Heavily discounted Beatty Park Leisure Centre membership and Fitness Passport options
Paid study leave and study assistance (work‐related)
Corporate Discounts for health insurance providers
Employee Assistance Program for you and immediate family members
About the Role
The Waste Contracts Officer is responsible for the effective management of the City's waste and recycling contracts, ensuring services are delivered safely, compliantly, efficiently and within budget. The role oversees contractor performance, procurement and tender processes, contract administration, financial monitoring and stakeholder engagement to achieve high‐quality service outcomes and value for money.
The position also contributes to the planning and continuous improvement of waste services, provides specialist waste management advice, supports the City's Waste Strategy and assesses Development Applications from a waste and recycling perspective.
As with all roles at the City,



this position contributes to excellent customer service by responding to resident enquiries, service requests and complaints through the City's CRM system, while undertaking associated administrative tasks.
What we're Looking For
Relevant experience in a similar position, preferably in waste or a related industry
Considerable knowledge and practical experience in administering the WARR Act and other legislation relevant to the waste industry
Comprehensive knowledge of contract management principles and practices
Highly developed organisational and time management skills, with proven ability to effectively prioritise multiple tasks to meet deadlines and achieve desired outcomes
Highly developed written communication skills, including the ability to prepare high level reports regarding waste management and related environmental issues
Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent industry experience
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online and include a CV and cover letter, which outlines your suitability to the role.
To discuss your application or for any questions, contact John Kirby on **************.
Applications close on Tuesday 28 July **** at 5:00pm.
EEO Statement
The City of Vincent is an organisation that values the diversity of our staff and promotes a workplace that actively welcomes and includes the unique contributions of all people. The City encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
We reserve the right to close the advertisement early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified.
Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.
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