Government - Local (Government & Defence)
Full time
Salary (Level 7 Officer): $117,012 to $124,204 per annum plus superannuation One rostered day off per month Flexible work options Based in Hilton on the city fringe The City of West Torrens is recruiting a key leadership role responsible for the oversight of Council's waste services, advancing sustainability and developing recycling and recovery strategies.
In this role you will lead a multi-disciplinary team focused on initiating, developing and managing projects, programs and policies to deliver Council's waste and resource recovery goals and objectives.
Other key responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Providing marketing expertise to promote and advance resource recovery, waste management, and circular economy initiatives. Developing, implementing and reviewing strategic waste, resource recovery and circular economy policy and plans. Driving organisational and community awareness of current and emerging waste, resource recovery and circular economy opportunities. Providing subject matter expertise and advice. Who you are
We are looking for an individual who has a proven ability to lead teams and projects and has extensive experience working in the area of waste, sustainability and resource recovery.
Your expertise will be complemented by an ability to exercise sound judgement, complex problem solving and demonstrating high levels of integrity in decision making.
A degree in a relevant discipline (Sustainability, Environmental Science, Public Policy or related field) is an essential requirement for this recruitment. In accordance with the requirements of this role, a national police clearance (within six months of issue) will be required as part of the recruitment process. Note: The CWT is a COVID-19 vaccinated workplace, so if successful in gaining employment with the CWT you will be required to provide evidence of COVID-19 vaccination status indicating you have received your two primary doses (or three primary doses if immunocompromised) or alternately your SA Health approved vaccination exemption.
City of West Torrens' proposition, 'Beyond the Paycheque'
We are committed to providing a positive and inclusive workplace for all employees, ensuring all are treated fairly and respectfully. We encourage and support a workplace that values individual differences, experiences and perspectives and aim to foster these to achieve organisation and individual benefit.
We promote diversity and flexible ways of working, including part-time.
Our teams are reflective of the communities in which we operate, and we value the unique contribution each member makes. The work we do makes a real difference to the lives of our residents and contributes to their economic and social wellbeing.
We value staff well-being and professional development and offer a range of benefits and support that help balance work and life. In addition to salary, you are supported with:
Excellent work-life balance with a 40-hour working week and monthly rostered day off (for full time employees). Freedom to direct contributions to any compliant superannuation fund. A holistic health and well-being program offering flu vaccinations, skin checks, health seminars and more. Free access up to 3 counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program. Paid parental leave. Study assistance. Learning and development opportunities. On-site car parking. So are you interested?
If you can picture yourself working for the City of West Torrens and providing a valuable service for Council, click on the position description to find out more about this opportunity.
Enquiries to: Steven Mudge, Manager Strategy and Sustainability on 8416 6388.
How do you apply?
Click on 'Apply Now' to submit your application.
Closing Date: Monday 2 December 2024 at 9:00am
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