Job Description
Full job description
Reference Number: 2026-76
Closing Date: 12-0+-2026
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (3 years)
Temporary full time - up to three years
Salary: $+0,623 to $101,416 per annum (based on 70 hours per fortnight), plus superannuation and a + day fortnight
Appointed salary in this range will be based on skills, qualifications, and experience.
This innovative and exciting role will establish and manage the newly created Waste Volunteers Program. You will be responsible for delivering all aspects of the Volunteer Program and the Waste Volunteer Strategy. Working to ensure community participation and annual program delivery, you will be part of Council’s Waste Strategy, Projects and Education Team.
About us
Hornsby Shire is located on Sydney's upper north shore, approximately 25 kilometres north of the CBD. Known as the ‘Bushland Shire’, our local government area is characterised by bushland comprising national park, major waterways, natural reserves and rural landscape. The rest of the Shire combines urban, rural and open spaces.
About the role
The position will:
Recruit, induct, train, manage and support community volunteers
Establish and manage the Waste Volunteers Hub
Implement the Waste Matters Volunteer Strategy
Monitor, evaluate, document and report on of all aspects of the Program
Promote the Waste Volunteers Program internally and externally and communicate the objectives, outputs and successes of the Program to a wide variety of audiences
About you
Qualifications
Tertiary degree qualifications in community development, environment, sustainability, natural resource management or demonstrated equivalent experience are required
Experience, Knowledge and Skills
Strong demonstrated experience in all aspects of volunteer recruitment, supervision, training and management
Sound understanding of community and stakeholder engagement, education and or communications, preferably in a waste management, sustainability or natural resources context
Sound working knowledge of local government services, practices and principles
Demonstrated strategic planning, strategy implementation, research, policy development and program design capabilities
Demonstrated project management across all stages including: scoping, planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting aspects
Proven ability to work across a broad range of education and communication mediums and to develop quality education collateral and support materials including print, web and social media and to deliver face to face activities and to plan and coordinate events, functions, networks and represent council
Extensive demonstrated high level verbal and written communication skills, and sound problem solving and negotiation skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team to deliver required outcomes and to manage conflicting priorities and meet deadlines
Benefits of working with us!
We pride ourselves on having a fantastic culture with a genuine appreciation for work-life balance. Visit hornsby.nsw.gov.au/careers and click on "what we offer" to learn about the wonderful benefits available at Hornsby Council.
Please note that you must be double vaccinated to work in this position and to attend an interview.
You will be required to have a current Working with Children Check to work in this position.
For further information, please contact Michael Neville, Team Leader, Strategy, Projects and Education, on +847 4868.
Closing date: 12 September 2026, 11.30pm
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
Reference Number: 2026-76
Closing Date: 12-0+-2026
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (3 years)
Temporary full time - up to three years
Salary: $+0,623 to $101,416 per annum (based on 70 hours per fortnight), plus superannuation and a + day fortnight
Appointed salary in this range will be based on skills, qualifications, and experience.
This innovative and exciting role will establish and manage the newly created Waste Volunteers Program. You will be responsible for delivering all aspects of the Volunteer Program and the Waste Volunteer Strategy. Working to ensure community participation and annual program delivery, you will be part of Council’s Waste Strategy, Projects and Education Team.
About us
Hornsby Shire is located on Sydney's upper north shore, approximately 25 kilometres north of the CBD. Known as the ‘Bushland Shire’, our local government area is characterised by bushland comprising national park, major waterways, natural reserves and rural landscape. The rest of the Shire combines urban, rural and open spaces.
About the role
The position will:
Recruit, induct, train, manage and support community volunteers
Establish and manage the Waste Volunteers Hub
Implement the Waste Matters Volunteer Strategy
Monitor, evaluate, document and report on of all aspects of the Program
Promote the Waste Volunteers Program internally and externally and communicate the objectives, outputs and successes of the Program to a wide variety of audiences
About you
Qualifications
Tertiary degree qualifications in community development, environment, sustainability, natural resource management or demonstrated equivalent experience are required
Experience, Knowledge and Skills
Strong demonstrated experience in all aspects of volunteer recruitment, supervision, training and management
Sound understanding of community and stakeholder engagement, education and or communications, preferably in a waste management, sustainability or natural resources context
Sound working knowledge of local government services, practices and principles
Demonstrated strategic planning, strategy implementation, research, policy development and program design capabilities
Demonstrated project management across all stages including: scoping, planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting aspects
Proven ability to work across a broad range of education and communication mediums and to develop quality education collateral and support materials including print, web and social media and to deliver face to face activities and to plan and coordinate events, functions, networks and represent council
Extensive demonstrated high level verbal and written communication skills, and sound problem solving and negotiation skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team to deliver required outcomes and to manage conflicting priorities and meet deadlines
Benefits of working with us!
We pride ourselves on having a fantastic culture with a genuine appreciation for work-life balance. Visit hornsby.nsw.gov.au/careers and click on "what we offer" to learn about the wonderful benefits available at Hornsby Council.
Please note that you must be double vaccinated to work in this position and to attend an interview.
You will be required to have a current Working with Children Check to work in this position.
For further information, please contact Michael Neville, Team Leader, Strategy, Projects and Education, on +847 4868.
Closing date: 12 September 2026, 11.30pm
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Waste Project Officer | Volunteer Co|ordinator position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Hornsby offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
