About the City of Kalamunda The City of Kalamunda is a local authority with a population of 60,000 located approximately a 35 minute drive from the Perth CBD providing the opportunity to work in a varied planning environment, from rural natural bushland to highly developed residential, commercial and industrial areas.

About this Opportunity

Play a key role in shaping the City’s future waste services by delivering innovative projects that improve sustainability, operational efficiency, and community outcomes. This diverse role will lead and support strategic initiatives including the Waste Management Plan, commercial waste programs, transfer station improvements, resource recovery opportunities, contract management, compliance activities, and waste data analysis. Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, you will help drive continuous improvement, increase environmental performance, and support the delivery of high-quality waste services across the City.

Key Accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

- Lead projects supporting the City's Waste Management Plan and future waste initiatives.
- Drive resource recovery opportunities and service improvements.
- Analyse waste data and deliver innovative solutions to improve sustainability and operational efficiency.
- Manage waste-related contracts, tenders and stakeholder relationships.
- Support transfer station improvements, compliance activities and strategic waste projects.

For more information about the role please refer to the position description. The successful candidate will have the following:

- Relevant qualification and/or equivalent experience in waste management,



environmental science, project management, or local government operations.
- Current C class driver’s licence.
- Ongoing professional development in project management, waste operations, or related disciplines will be supported and encouraged.
- A satisfactory National Police Certificate
- Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. In addition, applications requesting work sponsorship will not be considered.

Selection Criteria

1. Demonstrated experience in waste management, environmental services, or related technical roles.
2. Experienced in preparing tenders and contract management.
3. Strong analytical, organisational, and reporting skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
4. Proven ability to engage and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
5. Sound understanding of waste legislation, State Waste Strategy 2030, and WALGA guidelines.
6. Experience in commercial waste service development, FOGO operations, or transfer station management.
7. Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in waste management practices.

Hours of Work This is a permanent full-time position working Monday to Friday, 75 hours per fortnight.

About the Benefits





This position offers a salary of Level 7 being $102,391.49 to $108,637.34 per annum , (depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant) plus 12% superannuation.

You will also enjoy annual increments, EBA salary increases, a generous superannuation co-contribution scheme, 22 days annual leave which attracts 17.5% loading, Medibank/HIF/HBF Corporate Membership, Retail and lifestyle discounts via the Flare platform, free access to online learning, discounted membership at City owned facilities. We have flexible work arrangements or the option for a rostered day off fortnightly or monthly.

How to Apply To be considered for the position please submit a cover letter that responses to the selection criteria and a current resume. Your application and other supporting documents can be submitted electronically via our website or through Seek - attaching a maximum of TWO separate documents.

For any further queries about the role, please contact People Services on (08) 9257 9999 9257 9999).

Applications close Tuesday 13 October 2026.

The City of Kalamunda reserves the right to appoint a candidate prior to the closing date. Submissions from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

The City of Kalamunda is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment chance for all people and want to build a workforce as diverse as the community we serve. We aim to have a work setting where everyone feels included and everyone can realise their full potential.

*No agencies please.

📌 Waste Technical Project Officer (Kalamunda)
🏢 City of Kalamunda
📍 Kalamunda