Project Manager Waste Services (9988)

Group and Team: City Resilience Group, Waste Team
Location: Clearys Gates
Employment status: Fixed term (5 years), Full-time
Classification: Municipal Officer Level 5
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Salary range: $119,423 to $129,372 per annum + 13.5% superannuation.

About the role

Join the City of Hobart as a Project Manager Waste Services and lead the strategic transition of our Waste Management Centre as we work towards closing the McRobies landfill by 2030. This role plays a key part in shaping Hobart's circular economy future through innovative project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable outcomes. 

Role accountabilities include:

• Lead major waste transition projects, including site rehabilitation and contract management.
• Drive strategic planning and community consultation to support inclusive waste solutions.
• Oversee procurement and financial management aligned with landfill closure goals.
• Collaborate across teams and with external stakeholders to deliver circular economy initiatives.  

Learn more about the role in the position description: Project Manager Waste Services PD

About you

You're a strategic thinker with a passion for sustainability and proven experience in delivering complex infrastructure or operational projects. You thrive in collaborative environments and bring a strong understanding of waste management, project delivery, and stakeholder engagement. 

You'll bring:

• A degree in project management, economics, or a related field, or equivalent operational experience.
• Extensive experience in project or construction management, ideally within local government.
• Strong skills in contract development, procurement and budget oversight.
• A proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive continuous improvement across waste and circular economy initiatives. 
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities, with a focus on inclusive outcomes. 

About us

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:

• Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
• Flexible work arrangements
• A wide range of leave entitlements.
• Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
• Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
• Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
• An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
• Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

Learn more about our vision, mission and values.

How to apply

If you are passionate about our beautiful city and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!

If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Chris Kuchinke, Manager City Resilience, on 03 6278 0224 or email christopher.kuchinke@hobartcity.com.au.

All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to recruitment@hobartcity.com.au. Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.

Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 16 November 2025.

Before you begin

You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.

Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.

To protect privacy and prevent fraud, do not upload or email personal documents such as Driver’s licences, passports, or personal tax and superannuation details. Instead:

• Applicants are required to declare they hold the required documentation/licence, and
• Originals will be sighted by People and Culture on the first day of work as a condition of employment.

Selection process

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.

The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.

Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.

Learn more about the selection process on our website.