Port Stephens Council – Raymond Terrace NSWA great lifestyle in a treasured environment, this is life at PSC!
The opportunityOur Strategic Waste Services team have an opportunity for a Contracts Officer to join their team on a permanent basis.
It's an exciting time to join the team as we're in the beginning stages of our FOGO implementation plans across the Local Government area.The Waste Services Contracts Officer is key in ensuring the administration of our Waste contracts, processing of invoices, monthly reporting, and maintaining strong relationships with our customers and suppliers.Coordinating and managing contracts will be your bread and butter, ensuring consistent delivery of waste services to our residents including all kerbside collection services, skip bins for our Council commercial premises, sanitary and sharp services, mattress recycling and collection, and other ad-hoc waste services.This is a permanent opportunity – working full time 35 hours / week + access to a flexible working arrangementBase Salary Range: $80,449 to $94,643 pa based on 35 hours / week + 12% superannuation + $2,562 retention allowanceYou will be working from PSC Administration Building, Raymond TerraceSome of the key responsibilities within this role are listed within the position description here – view the position description.We're all about putting the right people, in the right role!
Here's what we're looking for:Tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in contract administration and managementDemonstrated contractor management skills including the preparation and assessment of tendersDemonstrated experience in financial management including reconciliation of accounts and complex invoicesDemonstrated knowledge of and experience with legislation,



regulation and codes of practice that impact on waste managementThis is life at PSC!
Work/Life balance with generous leave entitlements, flexible work options and leave in lieuLong service leave when you've been with us for just over 5 yearsHealth & Wellbeing leave to recharge when you need itIndustry leading Paid Parental Leave accessible for all employees – regardless of how you became a parent, we offer 14 weeks that can be taken within 2 years from the birth, adoption, or long-term foster care of your child.PSCare Day available to all employees to take in addition to your regular leave entitlementsConfidential support (including mental health) through our employee assistance programAward winning health and wellbeing program PSCare, Workers Health Initiative with access to a broad range of gyms in the area, and discounted health insuranceFree parking on site and a convenient local shopping centreCoffee and food to keep you sustained at our on-site caféAnd lots more...Enough about us, we want to hear about you!
So tell us about...Applications Close: Midnight, Tuesday, 18 August ****Contact: Wade Hammond, Strategic Waste Coordinator, on **************We're a **** Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicantWe've partnered with the Veterans Employment Program to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employmentPort Stephens Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and supports children and young people having a safe and welcoming experience in our community, accessing our facilities and in our careWe acknowledge the Worimi Peoples as the original Custodians and inhabitants of Port Stephens.
May we walk the road to tomorrow with mutual respect and admiration as we care for the beautiful land and waterways together
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📌 Waste Services Contracts Officer (New South Wales)
🏢 Port Stephens Council
📍 New South Wales