Note: This position is available to internal applicants only. Resource Recovery Officer At Penrith City Council, it’s not about having to choose. Life with us is the best of both worlds. What we offer you Salary: $80,913 per annum, plus 11.5% superannuation Working arrangements: Early morning starts with some weekend and evening work required Meaningful work that supports a more sustainable City Mostly independent outdoor work with a balance of office-based planning Strong team culture with flexibility, support and great benefits Here’s what you’ll be up to… As a Resource Recovery Officer, you’ll play a key role as a Field Officer within Council’s Waste & Resource Recovery team, helping us reduce contamination and improve recycling outcomes across the City. In this role, you will: Monitor and inspect domestic waste and recycling bins in the field Support contaminated waste and resource recovery programs Record data and maintain accurate program records Work closely with Council contractors, residents and internal teams Balance independent outdoor work with office-based data entry and planning You’ll see the impact of your work every day — helping our community reduce waste to landfill and make more sustainable choices. Who we are (and why you’ll love us) You’ll be joining an award-winning, passionate and collaborative team that’s recognised for its leadership in sustainable waste management. Our team values: Practical solutions that make a real difference Trust, autonomy and accountability Supporting each other to learn, grow and succeed Celebrating outcomes — big and small At Penrith City Council, we know work is only one part of life. We support flexibility, wellbeing and development so you can bring your best self to work and still have energy for what matters outside of it. What are we looking for? We’re looking for someone who: Enjoys working independently and outdoors Has strong customer service skills and can confidently engage with the public Brings a practical, solution-focused mindset Communicates clearly and works well within a small, supportive team Is motivated by making a positive impact in the community Relevant qualifications or experience in administration, waste services or community-facing roles will be highly regarded. The must-know bits You will be required to undertake employment checks, which may include a Criminal History Check, Qualification Check, Working with Children Check, Medical Declaration and/or Functional Test relevant to the position. Where a Criminal History Check returns disclosable outcomes, a copy of the report will be required for review as part of the recruitment process. Ready to make work feel less like… work? If you can picture yourself in this role, we’d love to hear from you. In addition to your cover letter and resume, applicants are required to submit responses to the essential criteria outlined in the Position Description. Applicants who do not meet the essential criteria will not be considered. Applications close: 11.55pm on the closing date. We’ve got an opportunity, you’ve got talent… Let’s talk. For more information, please contact Donna Keogh, Resource Recovery Team Leader, on 4732 7792. Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia. Penrith City Council is a Child Safe Organisation. Learn more on our website. At Penrith City Council, the best of both worlds means embracing the unique perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that make our City — and our organisation — thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities and identities.