Waste Services Officer

Overview

Wingecarribee Shire Council invites applications for a permanent full-time Waste Services Officer position in Moss Vale, NSW. This role focuses on supporting the efficient, compliant, and customer-oriented delivery of waste management services within a distinctive regional community. The position involves 35 working hours per week with a variable day off every 19 days. The salary range is $82,918.16 to $96,364.07 per annum plus 12% superannuation.

Key Responsibilities

As the Waste Services Officer reporting to the Coordinator Waste Services, you will aid in administering and managing the Council's contracts related to domestic and commercial waste collection, processing, and disposal. Your tasks will include gathering, analyzing, and reconciling waste data, compiling reports, ensuring legislative compliance, and collaborating closely with contractors, internal teams, and the community to enhance service delivery and implement continuous improvements.

About Wingecarribee Shire Council

Situated in the Southern Highlands of NSW, Wingecarribee Shire is known for its natural landscapes, community spirit, and economic vitality. The Council emphasizes sustainable development, inclusivity, and resilience, guided by its Community Strategic Plan 2035, aiming to preserve local character while delivering quality services.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary with 12% superannuation contribution
• Generous leave allowances and a variable day off every 19 days
• Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness Passport, employee assistance programs, and flu vaccinations
• Career development support and tertiary education assistance
• Flexible work arrangements with options for working from home
• Salary packaging opportunities to maximize income
• The Welcome Experience program to assist essential workers relocating to regional NSW with housing, schooling, childcare, employment for partners, and community integration
• Community engagement activities and team-building events
• Annual recognition and awards celebrating staff achievements

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent substantial administrative experience
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Strong skills in internal and external customer service with effective written and verbal communication, including handling confidential information sensitively
• Experience producing accurate reports from complex data sources, maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines
• Understanding of contract management principles and local government operations within the community context

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit:

• A current resume detailing relevant skills and work history
• Copies of necessary certifications, qualifications, or accreditations
• A Statement of Claims addressing the Essential Criteria outlining examples of your competencies relative to the role

Contact & Additional Information

For inquiries, contact Mitchell Copas, Coordinator Waste Services, at 0429 726 816. Applications close on 1 September 2026. Wingecarribee Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Reasonable adjustments during the application process can be arranged upon request.