Vacancy Details
- Strategic Advisor, Waste & Recycling
- Great executive leadership opportunity!
- Executive contract - attractive salary package
Situated on the traditional lands of the Bunurong Boon Wuurung and Wurundjeri Woi-Wurrung peoples of the Kulin nation, Melbourne has long been considered one of the world's most liveable and prosperous cities and a thriving, successful example of multiculturalism and diversity. At the heart of the this, is the City of Melbourne, a proud organisation positioned to excel as a leading capital city by delivering what matters most to those who work, live, study, visit and invest here.
About the role...
This is your chance to shape the future of waste management and resource recovery. As the Strategic Advisor, Waste & Recycling, you’ll be the driving force behind innovative solutions, guiding our Waste and Recycling Branch with your expertise.
Your leadership will directly impact decision-making at the Office of the CEO, ensuring projects are executed with precision and strategy. With your deep industry knowledge, you’ll be the expert, developing critical training programs and coaching teams to excellence.
This is more than a role—it’s an opportunity to influence governance, financial management, and strategic planning while making a tangible impact on sustainability and operational success.
Join a forward-thinking team committed to a cleaner, smarter future!
What you will bring… (Selection criteria)
- Demonstrated knowledge and application of waste management principles and practices necessary to strategically manage the waste generated within the City;
- Proven leadership capability and experience, including leading by example and consistently working towards a constructive culture.
- Highly developed analytical and lateral thinking skills and the ability to take the initiative, drive change and implement innovations.
- Excellent inter-personal, negotiation and persuasion skills with the ability to use discretion and judgement in a complex business and political environment.
What we offer...
- Supportive team who are recognised and rewarded.
- Multicultural organisation that values diversity, equity and inclusion.
- Salary sacrificing, MYKI Commuter Club pass and more....
How to apply…
We'd love to hear how you can make an impact in this role! As part of your application, you will be required to:
- Attach your resume
- Include a cover letter (max one page) outlining your relevant experience and why you're a great fit for this role.
Submit your application no later than 11:45pm on Thursday 19 June 2025
Need more info?
Refer to the position description below or contact Vince Macolino - Vince.Macolino@melbourne.vic.gov.au
A few important things to note – don’t miss out!
- Applications must be submitted online. Unfortunately, we can’t accept applications via email, so please be sure to apply through the official job link provided.
- Apply early! This role may close sooner than the listed closing date if we find the right candidate — so don’t wait to get your application in.
- We are a child safe organisation. The City of Melbourne has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All employees undergo thorough safety screening, including a Police Check and, for most roles, a Working with Children Check.
Inclusion matters
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from all cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and people of all ages and faith backgrounds.
We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all applicants. If you require any adjustments, please let us know via the application prompts or inform our Careers team if you’re contacted for an interview.
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