Waste Communications Officer
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Job Summary
- Be part of a forward-thinking team driving real change in waste and sustainability.
- Enjoy a role that blends strategy engagement creativity and community connection.
- Work alongside passionate professionals and technical experts in a supportive environment.
- Work from home and our Officer location
- Full time Band 6 $93538 - $110 828 super monthly day off
Together Different Future
As one of the fastest growing municipalities in Victoria Cardinia Shire Council is a dynamic progressive and inclusive local council. Our success lies in working together doing things differently and preparing for the future.
Werelooking for people who dream big and want to be part of creating meaningful change in our community.
About the Opportunity
Are you a creative communicator with a passion for sustainability and community engagement This is your chance to shape the future of waste services in a dynamic local government setting. Youll lead the charge in delivering innovative communications and engagement strategies for exciting projects like our new Waste and Resource Recovery Strategy advanced waste processing preparation and kerbside reform work making a real impact in how our community understands and interacts with waste.
You will make an impact by
- Crafting and delivering strategic communications and engagement plans for waste initiatives.
- Supporting the development of our next Waste and Resource Recovery Strategy
- Supporting the rollout of new waste services including the introduction of a glass bin.
- Driving community awareness and behaviour change around waste minimisation and resource recovery.
- Collaborating with educators and technical experts to bring waste messages to life at events and activations.
- Creating compelling content for flyers social media and other channels to inform and inspire residents.
What you will bring
- Proven experience in communications and/or community engagement ideally within local government.
- Strong copywriting skills and the ability to tailor messages across diverse platforms.
- Knowledge of IAP2 principles and community engagement under the Local Government Act.
- A passion for sustainability and understanding of waste services and environmental initiatives.
- Ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities with creativity and innovation.
- Experience in face-to-face engagement and event coordination.
- Understanding of behaviour change theory (desirable).
Why work with us
- Activity based and hybrid work model.
- Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community.
- Professional development opportunities including training and education programs and leadership development initiatives.
- A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship with initiatives to reduce the Councils carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community.
- A focus on work-life balance with programs and initiatives designed to support employees physical and mental well-being.
- Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career .
To apply
- Please complete the online application form including uploading your resume and a brief cover letterdemonstratingyour suitability to the role.
- Applications close16thFebruary 2026
- For further informationregardingthe role please contact Jacqui Kelly Coordinator Waste Management Services onor refer to the position description.
Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed toan equitable diverse and socially inclusive work environment and a positive barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage people living with a disability LGBTIQ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements we encourage you toadviseus at the time of application by contacting us on.
All successful applicants willbe requiredto undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check Traffic Check or Working with Children Check.
You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role.
Required Experience:
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Key Skills
- Internal Control
- Accounting And Auditing
- Accounts Handling
- General Services
- Elevator
- Brand
