At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage litter and sustainability projects while engaging the community in Bathurst.
- Company: Bathurst Regional Council, a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- Benefits: Enjoy work/life balance, generous leave, fitness programs, and professional development.
- Other info: Flexible, supportive environment with opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community and promote sustainability.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's in environmental science or equivalent, NSW Class C Licence, and Working with Children Check.
The predicted salary is between 78500 - 82600 $ per year.
Bathurst Regional Council is currently seeking a Litter and Sustainability Project Officer which will form part of an energetic and diverse team responsible for managing litter and sustainability projects and ensuring that residents and visitors of the Bathurst region are informed and engaged around litter and sustainability services that Council delivers.
To be successful in this role you must have:
- A bachelor’s degree in environmental science (or currently undertaking) or equivalent qualification
- A current NSW Class C Driver Licence
- A Working with Children Check
Key Requirements:
- Proven experience and knowledge in all aspects of project management
- Experience in community engagement
- Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel specific)
- Critical and lateral thinking skills
- Ability to work independently without direct supervision as well as ability to work as part of a team
What We Can Offer:
- Work/Life Balance - enjoy a rostered day off every third week to recharge and reset
- Generous Leave Entitlements to support your personal and family needs
- Fitness Passport to stay active and healthy
- Training & Development to expand your skills
- Employee Assistance Program for confidential support services
This position requires a pre-employment health assessment which includes a functional, audio and drug and alcohol screen.
Salary: $1,511.55 to $1,588.07 per week + superannuation
Position Status: Maximum Term - Full-time up until June 2030
Hours of work: 35 hours per week with an RDO every third week
Application closing date: Sunday, 15 November 2026, at 11.30pm
Contact Officer: Cherise Acker-Cooper - 02 6333 6544
Your application information will be kept confidential in line with the Privacy Amendment (Private Sector) Act 2000 and the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998.
Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported. As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a Child Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.
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