Waste Projects Officer
- Salary $94,406.52 to$109,512.00p/a + super
- Permanent full time position – 35 hours per week
- Access to Flex Leave
- Novated Lease options available for private use vehicles
About the Ku-ring-gai
Ku-ring-gai is one of Sydney’s most beautiful and environmentally rich areas, located just 16km north of the CBD.
With a mix of vibrant town centres, leafy residential areas, heritage precincts, and natural bushland, we are a local government area committed to balancing growth with sustainability, character, and community values.
About the role
As Waste Projects Officer at Ku-ring-gai Council, you will play a hands-on role in shaping how waste and resources are managed across one of Sydney’s most environmentally engaged communities. You will lead the delivery of meaningful, real-world projects that reduce waste, improve recovery and support smarter, more sustainable services and contribute towards a circular economy —seeing your work translate directly into on-the-ground outcomes.
Your duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Deliver major waste and resource recovery projects, including grant-funded initiatives from planning through to reporting
- Prepare and manage project budgets, grants, RFQs and tenders in line with Council policies
- Coordinate and manage external contractors and consultants to ensure quality outcomes
- Deliver waste and recycling audits and analyse data to inform service improvements
- Collaborate with internal teams and represent Council in regional and State waste initiatives
- Ensure accurate financial, performance and corporate reporting in line with Council systems and standards
Qualifications, Skills & Experience
- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline and a current Class C Driver’s Licence
- Demonstrated experience delivering waste projects that achieve recovery and reduction outcomes
- Experience in waste education, contractor coordination and procurement processes
- Proven success in securing and managing grant funding
- Strong organisational, financial and project management capabilities
- High-level communication, problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills, with a sound understanding of the waste industry
Benefits
- 35 hour working week
- Access to Flex Leave
- Novated Lease options available for private use vehicles
- Access to Fitness Passport
- Up to $100 yearly Health & Fitness reimbursement (conditional)
- Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
- Beautiful Ku-ring-gai Location
- Supportive team environment
- Access to a wide range of development and training opportunities
For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our websiteclick here.
How to apply
Applicants are required to address all Essential Criteria as listed within thePosition Descriptionto be eligible for an interview.
Like to know more?Contact Narelle Bowly on 9424 0782
Closes:11:30pm, Monday 16 February 2026
Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer
