Waste Response Officer

• 2 X Full time roles
• $73725 - $ 78598 per annum plus Superannuation in accordance with qualifications and experience
• Join the Waste Operations team

Hume City Council is one of Australias fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced person to join the team as a Waste Response Officer. Our Waste Response team is responsible for responding to reports of illegal dumping in residential areas and educating community members on responsible waste disposal. The teams primary aims is to restore and maintain the amenity of public spaces throughout Hume City Council through education and only removing waste if required.

What youll be doing:

• Undertake waste and litter collection programs with an emphasis on resource recovery including:  
  • Illegally dumped waste inspection taping and notification
  • Door knocking and educating community members about correct waste disposal
  • Dumped waste and litter collection (including from roadsides)
  • Public open space and reserves cleaning
• Carry out all activities in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation policies and procedures ensuring a safe working environment for self staff contractors and the general public.
• Undertake safe operation of all types of waste and litter collection vehicles and equipment.
• Ensure allocated vehicle is cleaned and disinfected at the completion of each shift.
• Conduct pre-start checks and perform routine daily maintenance in accordance with approved maintenance programs.
• Respond to customer enquiries and requests promptly assisting and providing helpful information.
• Complete administrative activities relevant to the position including but not limited to daily timesheets running sheets pre-start checks and risk assessments.

The skills and experience youll bring to the role:

• Proficiency in the utilisation of plant and equipment with emphasis on waste and litter collection vehicles.
• Ability to plan program and monitor the progress of works and programs including being proficient in maintaining accurate records of works either manually or in an electronic format.
• Commitment to multi-skilling and associated training to support departmental service delivery and enhance own skills.
• Commitment to positive and helpful customer service.
• Ability to gain cooperation and communicate both verbally and in written form with a diverse range of people.
• Capable team player who supports others and contributes to a positive workplace culture.

Required Certifications & Qualifications:

• Certificate II or III in Waste Management (desirable) or substantial knowledge and experience in the field of waste and litter bin collection and disposal operations resource recovery practices and/or relevant cleansing/maintenance activities.
• Current drivers licence.

Why Hume City Council

A leader in local government were committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

Were better every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

Were in it together: At Hume everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages people with disability Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people LGBTIQA people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks Working with Children Check and a Criminal Record Check. 

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