Description

Are you ready to make a real impact in a thriving inner-citycommunity? The City of Vincent is seeking an experienced WasteContracts Officer to join our Waste & Recycling team.

• Permanent, full-time position located in Osborne Park
• Salary Range $89,003 – $93,257 per annum dependent on qualifications and experience

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

At the City of Vincent, we’re driven by our vision to becourageous, clever and creative – bold in our ideas and deeplyconnected to our community. We’re building a place where peoplelove to live, work, visit and belong. If you thrive in aprogressive, people-focused environment, you’ll fit right in.

This isn’t just a job; it’s a career with real benefits:

• Five weeks leave (four weeks annual leave plus an additional one-week special leave each year)
• Up to 15.5% Employer Superannuation Contributions
• 7-years pro-rata Long Service Leave for Local Government
• Heavily discounted Beatty Park Leisure Centre membership and Fitness Passport options
• Paid study leave and study assistance (work-related)
• Corporate Discounts for health insurance providers
• Employee Assistance Program for you and immediate family members

About the Role

The Waste Contracts Officer is responsible for the effectivemanagement of the City's waste and recycling contracts, ensuringservices are delivered safely, compliantly, efficiently and withinbudget. The role oversees contractor performance, procurement andtender processes, contract administration, financial monitoring andstakeholder engagement to achieve high-quality service outcomes andvalue for money.

The position also contributes to the planning and continuousimprovement of waste services, provides specialist waste managementadvice, supports the City's Waste Strategy and assesses DevelopmentApplications from a waste and recycling perspective.

As with all roles at the City, this position contributes toexcellent customer service by responding to resident enquiries,service requests and complaints through the City's CRM system,while undertaking associated administrative tasks.

What we’re Looking For

The successful candidate will have:

• Relevant experience in a similar position, preferably in waste or a related industry
• Considerable knowledge and practical experience in administering the WARR Act and other legislation relevant to the waste industry
• Comprehensive knowledge of contract management principles and practices
• Highly developed organisational and time management skills, with proven ability to effectively prioritise multiple tasks to meet deadlines and achieve desired outcomes
• Highly developed written communication skills, including the ability to prepare high level reports regarding waste management and related environmental issues
• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent industry experience

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online andinclude a CV and cover letter, which outlines your suitability tothe role.

To discuss your application or for any questions, contact JohnKirby on (08) 9273 6***.

Applications close on Tuesday 28 July 2026 at5:00pm.

The City of Vincent is an organisation that values the diversityof our staff and promotes a workplace that actively welcomes andincludes the unique contributions of all people. The Cityencourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginaland Torres Strait Islander people, people of all sexualorientations and gender identity, and people from culturallydiverse backgrounds to apply.

We reserve the right to close the advertisement early should asuitable pool of candidates be identified.

Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment processwill disqualify your application.

Thank you for your interest in joining Team Vincent.

Attachments:
- Waste Contracts Officer - Position Description (May 2026).pdf