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Waste Management Officer

Posted : 24 / 10 / 2025

Closing Date : 14 / 11 / 2025

Job Type : Permanent - Full Time

Location : Waste Management Facility

Job Category : Administration and Office

Broome is one of the most stunning places in Australia. It has magnificent beaches and a natural environment that boasts desirable lifestyles, active and dynamic cultural, sporting and social scenes, with all the features and benefits of a small town!

At the Shire of Broome our people are fundamental to our success. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace with the right people in the right roles, who are proactive, empowered and appropriately rewarded.

We strive to be a workplace filled with employees who live and breathe our values of PEARLS (Proactive, for Everyone, Accountable, Respectful, Listening, Sustainable).

Job Description

About the Position :

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a motivated and proactive individual to join the Shire of Broome as a Waste Management Officer.

In this role, you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality administrative and customer service support at the Shire's Waste Management Facility. This includes accurately assessing incoming waste, ensuring compliance with regulations, and correctly applying the Shire's fees and charges.

A full position description can be found here : Waste Management Officer

This position is a permanent full-time position at the Shire of Broome's Waste Management Facility. The ideal candidate will be available to work rostered hours, Monday - Sunday, 7 : 00 am - 4 : 00 p, with a 45-minute break.

About You

Our ideal candidate will have :

• Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment and autonomously
• Excellent customer service skills including the ability to deal with agitated and / or difficult customers.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of filing and records management.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office programmes (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• A demonstrated understanding of the principles of equal opportunity and, occupational health and safety.
• Experience in reconciling accounts, eftpos and cash transactions.

Don't meet every single requirement If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, give us a call to talk further. Our recruitment process considers both technical and cultural fit, and how our development program can support individuals to grow into roles. You may just be the right candidate for this or another position at the Shire of Broome.

Benefits

Desired Skills and Experience

Working for the Shire of Broome means you will enjoy :

• $71.6k - $74.9k base salary range per annum (depending on experience)
• Casual hourly rate : $45.35 + Broome Location Allowance
• In addition to the base salary, this position attracts a Broome Location Allowance of $6,214 per annum and employer-matched superannuation.
• Leave entitlements well above industry minimums, including additional annual leave and monthly rostered days off - giving you every opportunity to enjoy that Broome lifestyle!
• Salary sacrifice options for rental assistance, mortgage interest and more.
• Family Membership to the Broome Recreation and Aquatic Centre.
• A comprehensive Wellness Program including discounts on local services such as Pilates and Yoga.
• An active and engaging social club.

The Shire of Broome is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

How To Apply

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume that best demonstrates your suitability for this position, as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.

Job Applications are to be submitted through Shire's website at https : / / www.broome.wa.gov.au / Council / Join-the-Shire-of-Broome-Team / Current-Vacancies

For more information contact People and Culture on 08 9191 3456 or [HIDDEN TEXT].

Application Deadline

Applications for this position are to be received no later than 4 : 00pm Friday, 14 November 2025.

The Shire of Broome reserves the right to close an advertisement early should a suitable pool of candidates be received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible. Canvassing of Councillors will disqualify.

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