Advertised Positions

• Permanent Full-Time position
• Salary from $ 94,037.95 + Superannuation
• Glen Waverley location, flexible working available 
• Applications close Monday 27 January 2025

About Us

Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic centre of Melbourne.

About the Position:

As the Litter Prevention Officer, you will play a pivotal role in fostering community engagement to minimise litter and illegal dumping. Your mission is to nurture a culture of environmental responsibility among residents and businesses, ensuring our city remains clean and welcoming.

Your responsibilities include:

• Developing and nurturing relationships with community members to enhance their involvement in litter prevention
• Developing Council’s Litter Action Plan and implementing strategic initiatives to reduce litter and dumped rubbish in alignment with the Plan
• Serving as an Authorised Officer, focusing on proactive measures to address waste management, litter control, and kerbside collection challenges
• Coordinating efforts to strengthen internal enforcement capabilities and collaborating with various departments to tackle issues related to litter, illegal dumping, and recycling contamination
• Working in harmony with Waste Services, Community Amenity, and Community Development teams to forge stronger ties with local businesses, property managers, rooming house operators, real estate agencies, and residents
• Promoting positive behaviours and raising awareness about the impact of littering, driving a community-wide movement towards litter prevention

This role is not just about enforcement; it’s about inspiring change and making a lasting impact on our environment. Join us in our quest to keep Monash pristine and uphold the beauty of our community.

About you:

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of best practice approach to preventing litter
• Demonstrated experience in applying behaviour change principles to build relationships, increase understanding and gain cooperation
• A good understanding of local government regulations, statutory requirements, investigation, resolution, and enforcement processes
• A good understanding of the complex litter challenges within a Local Government environment and proven ability to develop innovative solutions
• Ability in managing time, setting priorities, achieving goals and meeting deadlines.
• A high level of self-motivation, initiative, problem solving and analytical skills
• Commitment to represent Council in court and at events on weekends and to work irregular hours, and overtime. 

Requirement of the position:

• Degree or Diploma in enforcement, environmental management, sustainability, community engagement and education (or relevant field) along with experience in the subject matter, or lesser qualification(s) with substantial specialist experience
• Current Victorian Driver’s Licence
• Satisfactory National Police Check
• Working With Children Check

Benefits:

As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus. You will have access to:

• Vibrant health and well-being programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supportive and accessible management
• Flexible working arrangements
• Training and development opportunities; and
• Discounted gym memberships.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.

Applications are currently open, with a closing date of Monday 27 January 2025 at 11:55pm.

Enquiries:

If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact Samantha Bell at sam.bell@monash.vic.gov.au   

Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.

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. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email peopleadvisory@monash.vic.gov.au

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.