About the Role

Stratford District Council is recruiting for a Waste Minimisation Officer to join the team.

You will be responsible for managing and providing strategic guidance and support on delivering waste management and minimisation activities in accordance with Council's strategic documents and legislative requirements, ensuring Councils Waste Minimisation Plan and Solid Waste Asset Management Plans are implemented and maintained.

This position is part time (20 hours per week) and will be located at the Stratford District Council, Miranda Street, Stratford, however flexible working arrangements may be available in time.

About You

You are an energetic and enthusiastic team player who has a keen eye for detail and accuracy, a well organised self-starter who is able to manage multiple activities at once.

You have appropriate qualifications in a relevant field, and knowledge of local government asset management and waste minimisation. You will have good administrative, coordination and time management skills, high skill level of Microsoft Office products, and the ability to maintain, review and implement relevant policies.

Stratford District Council is proud of our diverse and inclusive work environment, and our commitment to fostering genuine partnerships with Mana Whenua. Our preferred candidate will respect and acknowledge the importance of the Treaty of Waitangi to our mahi, and be open to the use of Te Ao Māori values and te reo Māori.

Why work with us?

Our staff will tell you the main reason they like working with us is "the people". We have an energetic work environment with plenty of laughter and a great staff culture is important to us. Our customers and our communities are at the centre of what we do, and our people are what makes it work. We like to look after our own. If you join us, you will also benefit from ongoing professional development, te reo learning assistance, regular health checks opportunities, subsidised pool visits, an active social club, and free car parking!

About us

The Stratford District sits in the heart of the Taranaki region, and is the gateway to Taranaki Maunga and the famous Forgotten World Highway. We're home to stunning parks and gardens, and there are countless opportunities to explore the landscape, arts and culture and local history. Working in Stratford gives you the best of both worlds - the combined benefits of living in the world-renowned Taranaki region and having a work environment that puts your lifestyle first. Not to mention our great local facilities! As a staff member of Stratford District Council there's a lot to be proud of and we welcome you to be part of the experience.

Stratford District Council reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient, suitable applications are received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

To apply for this role go to Stratford.govt.nz/jobs