Waste Management Officer

Waste Management Officer

Closing date: 6/11/2026 5:00 PM W. Australia Standard Time

Location: Administration Building

Department: Engineering

Employment type: Full Time

Work Arrangement: On-site

Build Your Future with the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder

In the heart of the Goldfields, Kalgoorlie-Boulder is a modern and thriving city that embodies the true spirit of a regional community. Located approximately 600 kilometres east of Perth, more than 30,000 people call the city home and enjoy the amenities and facilities of a metropolitan city, with the lifestyle benefits that come from living in a place where nature and adventure are on your doorstep.

With new leadership, dedicated staff and a supportive Council, the City is working towards the vision of being a sustainable regional city of the future.

We are dedicated to working together to achieve the best possible outcomes and are guided by our intention to:

· Be a clean and green city

· Be a place people call home

· Have facilities and services for everyone

· Encourage and support economic development and diversification

· Be a quality employer.

Salary starting from $77,573

About the role

Are you passionate about waste reduction, recycling and sustainability?

The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Waste Management Officer to join our Waste & Sustainability team and help promote sustainable waste practices across our community.

Key Responsibilities

· Respond to community waste enquiries and compliance matters.

· Develop and deliver waste education programs and community events.

· Conduct waste inspections and support waste management initiatives.

· Assist with contractor monitoring and implementation of the City's Waste Plan.

About You

· Passionate about sustainability, waste minimisation and recycling.

· Strong communication, organisational and customer service skills.

· Experience in waste management, resource recovery or a related field, and/or relevant qualifications.

Join our team and help make Kalgoorlie-Boulder a cleaner, more sustainable community!

Values

· Accountability -We take ownership of our actions and outcomes, delivering on our commitments.

· Collaboration -We work together with respect and shared purpose to achieve common goals.

· Teamwork -We support one another, celebrate collective success and grow stronger together.

· Respect -We treat others with dignity, value diverse perspectives and build inclusive relationships.

· Integrity -We act with honesty, fairness and ethical responsibility in all we do.

· Transparency -We communicate openly, share information freely and foster trust.

· Excellence -We pursue high standards, continuous improvement and impactful results.

Benefits

We provide employees with generous employment conditions/benefits, including:

· Salary sacrificing

· Flexible Working Arrangements

· A host of health and well-being initiatives, including the Employee Assistance Program

· Generous Superannuation contributions with the City matching up to 3% voluntary additional contributions

· Training and development opportunities

· Free Parking

· Subsidised gym/leisure centre membership (at the nearby Goldfields Oasis)

· $300 annual reimbursement for attendance at, or use of, City owned facilities

· Rebated childcare offered

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, meaning all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to the opportunities available.