Waste Contracts Officer (City of Vincent)

Are you ready to make a real impact in a thriving inner-city community? The City of Vincent is seeking an experienced Waste Contracts 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
- 4% base salary increase as of July 2026 Why You’ll Love Working With Us At the City of Vincent, we’re driven by our vision to be courageous, clever and creative – bold in our ideas and deeply connected to our community. We’re building a place where people love to live, work, visit and belong. If you thrive in a progressive, 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‑rated 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 effective management and oversight of the City’s waste and recycling contracts, ensuring high‑quality, and cost‑effective service delivery. The role also contributes to the planning and continuous improvement of waste services, including assessing Development Applications from a waste and recycling perspective. The position provides specialist advice and support to internal and external stakeholders to support the City’s Waste Strategy and operational outcomes. 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 and include a CV and cover letter, which outlines your suitability to the role. To discuss your application or for any questions, contact John Kirby on (08) 9273 6591. Applications close on Thursday 11 June 2026 at 5:00pm. The City of Vincent is an organisation that values the diversity of our staff and promotes a workplace that actively welcomes and includes the unique contributions of all people. The City encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all sexual orientations and gender identity, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply. We reserve the right to close the advertisement early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application. Thank you for your interest in joining Team Vincent. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rora9