Canterbury-Bankstown Council

Waste Planner

Here at CBCity
The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council’s in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 380,000 residents
 

The Role
A rewarding opportunity has presented itself for a dedicated and driven individual to join our team as a Waste Planner
In this role you will lead the assessment of waste-related components of development applications and other planning documents to ensure they meet legal, planning and waste requirements and enable the provision of safe and efficient waste services to provide technical advisory services to internal and external customers.

*This opportunity will be offered on a permanent full-time basis

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Assess waste management plans, complete waste referrals for development applications and other associated planning tasks
• Develop and implement waste related development control policy, guidelines and technical specifications or other relevant documentation. 
• Undertake site inspections to verify compliance with waste related guidelines, general requirements and developing consent conditions.
• Assist with court and legal actions by preparing development assessment documentation, technical advice and submissions, providing waste related expert advice and/or representing Council in legal actions. 
• Provide technical advisory services to internal and external customers including participating in local, Council, city and state-wide strategic planning activities. 
• Maintain an active working knowledge of relevant codes, guidelines, Australian Standards and relevant technical information 

*For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.

You will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Management, Science, or similar, and/or relevant industry experience supported by waste and resource recovery experience
• Current Class C Drivers Licence
• Knowledge of waste management and resource recovery issues in the built environment and/or experience in planning, development, architecture, construction and/or waste industries.
• In depth knowledge of waste operations and how a waste service is provided.
• Strong knowledge of current State Government legislation and regulations relating to waste management and resource recovery and regional waste initiatives, including Planning legislation. 
• Strong verbal communication skills including experience in providing feedback to multiple audiences and in providing evidence in legal settings.
• Strong written communication skills including experience in providing responses to development applications and writing documents for use in planning and legal setting. 
• Ability to act as an expert witness for council to advocate for waste management and planning needs. 
• Strong ability to liaise, negotiate and resolve conflicts and reconcile competing interests and excellent customer service skills. 
• High level of computer literacy skills including the use of specialist planning tools.

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $90,858 (Grade G, Step 1) + 11.5% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience
 

What’s in it for you?

• Permanent full-time opportunity
• ATO - Accrued Time Off (Opportunity to accrue extra leave)
• Contribute to making a positive impact on our community. 
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Narelle Bowly (Team Leader Waste Planning and Strategy) on 02 9707 9607

How to apply:
You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply’ button below and create a login using your email address and upload a;
•    Resume; and
•    Cover Letter explaining your suitability for the role with demonstrated examples of proficiency claimed.

Applications close on Monday, 26 May 2025.

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. 

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.   

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.