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Kerbside Reform Project Lead

30/01/2026
15/02/2026
$111,411.00 - $123,743.00
Temporary
Stonnington City Centre, 311 Glenferrie Road, Malvern + Working from home
Sustainable Environment,Waste Management Services

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Job Description

We're seeking a highly motivated, creative systems thinker and solutions focused individual to plan and deliver Stonnington's FOGO and glass transition. In this hands-on role, you will design, procure and deliver Stonnington's bin system that reduces waste to landfill and maximises resource recovery.
You will work with internal and external stakeholders and the wider Stonnington community to bring about change. Use your strong verbal and written communication skills to engage all stakeholders throughout Stonnington's waste reform. 

With a project management focus, this position will lead the planning, procuring, implementing, monitoring and risk management of project delivery associated with, but not limited to, the Victorian Government kerbside waste reform requirements. This includes managing the logistics, including aspects such as leading procurement and contract management, liaison with internal and external stakeholders, grant management, customer service and community education campaigns. 

You are required to:

•    Deliver and assist with additional projects and duties as directed, in relation to Stonnington’s pathway to ensuring compliance with the Circular Economy (Waste Reduction and Recycling) Act 2021, as well as projects relating to Stonnington’s Council Plan, and Towards a Circular Economy: our future waste strategy 2022-2025.  
•    Implement, manage and report against the project budget, including identifying ongoing future service budgets associated with project implementation.
•    Establish and manage contractors and consultants to achieve positive project outcomes and objectives.  
•    Lead risk management practices to identify, assess, influence, prevent, treat and monitor risks relevant to the project and broader organisation. 
•    Establish and participate in internal and external working groups to develop processes and resourcing associated with project delivery including but not limited to communications, customer service and finance.
•    Establish data gathering procedures and monitoring project KPIs to ensure project progress and continuous improvement. 
•    Oversee monitoring, service auditing and evaluation to identify outcomes and refinements for future operations to improve performance and/or costs. 
•    Build community capacity, including community education/ behaviour change and working with local businesses, to facilitate the transition towards a standardised four stream service 
•    Identify and collaborate with key stakeholders, including other councils, to develop and deliver projects to facilitate delivery of best practice project implementation.  

This is a fixed term full time position until June 2027 with an annual salary range of $111,411 - $123,743 per annum + 12 % superannuation.  We come together at least 3 days a week so we can collaborate in our vibrant office culture. When on-site you will enjoy modern and sustainable facilities and office spaces.

You are based within our bright, modern and sustainable Tooronga Depot office which is located next to Tooronga Train station and walking distance to Tooronga Village Shopping Centre.

Desired Skills and Experience

  • Demonstrated program/project management skills including development, implementation, risk management and resource management to ensure delivery of outcomes within agreed time and budget allocations. 
  • Demonstrated experience with use and implementation of project management tools, systems and databases. 
  • Demonstrated experience managing contracts including supervision of contractors to ensure that works and services are delivered in a timely and safe manner, resolving conflicts and maintaining productive relationships with the contractors.
  • Understanding of, and ability to, interpret and apply legislation and regulations within the waste context, including but not limited to, the Local Government Act, Circular Economy (Waste Reduction and Recycling) Act 2021, RV waste reform standardisations. 
  • Tertiary qualifications in project/program management, sustainability, environmental management/science/planning, waste management, circular economy or other related discipline and/or extensive practical and relevant experience
  • Local Government or waste sector experience is desired 
  • Demonstrated knowledge of kerbside waste services 

Join Stonnington today. Work that matters. People who make a difference.  

Enquiries

For enquiries relating to the role, please contact Amy Yang Coordinator Waste Strategy and Engagement on a yang@stonnington.vic.gov.au 

For enquiries relating to the system and the application process, please contact a member of the Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333. 

Submitting your application 

In your cover letter, we invite you to demonstrate how your skills and experience align with the requirements outlined in the Position Description, and to share what draws you to the opportunity to work with the City of Stonnington 

The City of Stonnington is a child-safe, equal opportunity employer valuing diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Here at the City of Stonnington we aspire to be a leading local government authority and to do this we need the very best people who share our belief in community and who want to make a difference. We value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. We provide an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to thrive and be authentic. There is a variety of offerings available for our people, have a look at “Why Stonnington”.

If you have any support or access requirements, or would like to speak to someone about employment or an alternative processes, please contact Council’s Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333.

To be eligible to apply for this position you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa.

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