Waste Education Officer - Casual Pool

Armadale, Western AustraliaCasualDescriptionWaste Education Officer - Casual PoolReady to Make a Difference? Join Us for an 8-Week Adventure!Training Provided!Commencing end of January 2026!One of the fastest-growing Local Governments in AustraliaEscape the congestion of city life and enjoy the welcoming, family-friendly lifestyle of Mundijong.If you're passionate about sustainability and want to make a real difference in your community, this is your chance to help shape the future of our rapidly growing Shire.Why Join "The Shire"?At the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale, our values-Accountability, Collaboration, and Trust-guide everything we do. We're a progressive, innovative organisation committed to driving positive change. As part of our mission to create a cleaner, greener future, we're leading sustainable waste management initiatives through bin audits and community education-helping reduce contamination and divert more waste from landfill.To make this happen, we're building a casual pool of passionate Waste Education Officers for an exciting 8-week program. If you care about environmental responsibility and love engaging with the community, this is your chance to make a real impact.What You'll Be DoingGet hands-on with sustainability by auditing residential bins, tagging, and sharing helpful feedback with residents (early starts at 6am to align with bin collection).Connect with the community through door-to-door conversations about waste reduction and recycling (flexible 3-5 hour shifts).Keep things running smoothly with accurate data entry and record-keeping.Be part of the action on Mondays and Tuesdays-availability on these days is essential!What We're Looking ForDemonstrated conflict resolution experienceExcellent communication and people skillsFriendly, positive and community-focused approachAbility to work independently in a team of twoTraining, interest or experience in waste, sustainability or environmental managementFlexible, reliable and able to adapt to changing conditionsStrong attention to detail and ability to follow set proceduresBasic data entry skillsFit, energetic, and comfortable working outdoors in all weatherRequirementsCurrent driver's licence and own vehicle (mileage reimbursed)Current Police ClearanceAbility to pass a pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol screening)Valid Australian working rightsThe BenefitsCasual hourly rate: $35.90 per hourOptional super co-contribution of up to 3%Wellness programs including Fitness PassportFree counselling, health assessments, health insurance discounts, annual flu shot, and skin cancer screeningFree onsite parkingAbout UsLocated in Mundijong, just 45 minutes from the Perth CBD and set against the stunning Darling Scarp, the Shire is one of Australia's fastest-growing local governments. We're transforming the way our community lives, works, and plays-and you can be part of that journey.We proudly welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workforce.How To ApplyExciting times ahead with training kicking off in January! Applications will close as soon as the roles are filled, so get in early and join the team! Candidates from Mandurah, Peel, and Pinjarra are welcome to apply.Apply for this roleVisit siteShare