- BAND 7: $108,647 to $ 121,576 per annum, plus super (pro-rata)
- Drive high-impact environmental projects and best-practice resource recovery outcomes
- Part-time, 2-year fixed term role in our Environment & Sustainability team
About Baw Baw Shire Council
A Baw Baw Shire Council career goes beyond business as usual. You'll find exciting development pathways rich in opportunity. Our thriving and engaged culture-first workplace is built on the passion and talent of people who proudly deliver vital services and exciting projects to a community they care about.
Our organisation comprises of a multicultural workplace of around 400 full-time, part-time and casual employees, all benefiting from great flexibility, work/life sway, study support, health and wellbeing initiatives and ongoing learning and development programs.
At Baw Baw Shire Council, we invite our people to tackle projects that keep them inspired. We encourage the exploration of new ideas. We support the enhancement of building on current skills and developing new ones.
Located adjacent to Melbourne, Baw Baw Shire is one of Victoria's fastest growing municipalities with freeway and V/Line access into Melbourne's CBD and suburbs. This allows easy access to training, seminars and conferences in the city, without diminishing the direct impact that comes from working within a close-knit rural community.
To learn more visit www.bawbawshire.vic.gov.au
About the Role
In this role, you will provide specialist technical expertise and strong project leadership to ensure the safe, compliant, and cost-effective management of a closed landfill site. You will play a key role in protecting environmental outcomes while delivering practical, forward-looking waste and resource recovery solutions.
This is a flexible, part-time opportunity (0.4 FTE – 2 days per week), offering genuine work-life balance while allowing you to make a tangible and lasting environmental impact in the local community. You will be joining a supportive and collaborative team culture where your expertise is valued and your contribution directly shapes positive environmental outcomes.
Key focus areas include:
- Leading the delivery of a revised EPA audit program and overseeing ongoing environmental compliance obligations
- Managing contractors and coordinating the operation and maintenance of key waste infrastructure sites
- Identifying and driving innovative waste diversion, recycling, and resource recovery initiatives
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with regulators, stakeholders, and the local community to support transparent and effective environmental management
About the Successful Candidate
You are an experienced environmental professional who brings both technical capability and practical project leadership skills. You will also have:
- Tertiary qualifications in environmental science, environmental engineering, or a related discipline
- Demonstrated experience in landfill management, waste operations, or environmental project delivery
- Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects from planning through to successful delivery
- Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence positive outcomes across diverse stakeholder groups
Why you'll love working at Baw Baw Shire
We believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us:
- Hybrid work is the norm here at Baw Baw for roles that can support it.
- Flexible work options, Baw Baw is committed to work-life balance.
- Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs.
- Access to rostered day off every four weeks (when working full time.)
- Career development opportunities.
- Study/development assistance.
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP.)
- A thriving Social Club.
- Close to Public transport.
- Ample free parking nearby.
Further Information and How To Apply
To apply, please review the position description and complete your application below including a current copy of your resume and a covering letter.
Applications close 5pm on Sunday 19 July 2026 and must be submitted through the application form below.
Baw Baw Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and works in the interest of the safety of children and young people. Our recruitment processes reflect this commitment.
