Waste Minimisation and Education Officer

6 days ago


Stratford County, New Zealand Stratford District Council Full time

About the Role

Stratford District Council is recruiting for a Waste Minimisation and Education Officer to join the team.

You will be responsible for delivering waste management and minimisation functions, maintaining key waste-related plans and policies, and engaging and educating the community on sustainable waste practices.

This position is full time (40 hours per week) and will be located at the Stratford District Council, Miranda Street, Stratford. The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $92,000 per annum with the appointed salary dependent on the skills and experience of the candidate.

Stratford District Council reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient, suitable applications are received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

About You

You will have a tertiary qualification in a relevant field such as Environmental Management, Policy Development, Education, or Waste Minimisation, and ideally experience working in waste management, asset management, policy development, or community education within local government or a related sector.

You have excellent communication and organisational skills, the ability to work collaboratively with others, and a genuine passion for sustainability and community engagement.

Stratford District Council is proud of our diverse and inclusive work environment, and our commitment to fostering genuine partnerships with Mana Whenua. Our preferred candidate will respect and acknowledge the importance of the Treaty of Waitangi to our mahi, and be open to the use of Te Ao Māori values and te reo Māori.

Why work with us?

Our staff will tell you the best thing about working here is the people, a great staff culture is important to us. We have a positive, energetic work environment with plenty of laughter. Our customers and our communities are at the centre of what we do, and our people are what makes it work. If you join us, you will also benefit from ongoing professional development, a flexible working policy, te reo learning assistance, regular health checks opportunities, subsidised pool visits, an active social club, and free car parking

About us

The Stratford District sits in the heart of the Taranaki region, and is the gateway to Taranaki Maunga and the famous Forgotten World Highway. Our district is home to stunning parks and gardens, and there are countless opportunities to explore the landscape, arts and culture and local history. Working in Stratford gives you the best of both worlds; the lifestyle benefits of living in the world-renowned Taranaki region, paired with a workplace that values work-life balance. As a staff member of Stratford District Council there's a lot to be proud of and we welcome you to be part of the experience.

Visit to submit your application. Only applications submitted via our website will be accepted. Applications close 23 November 2025

Stratford District Council reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient, suitable applications are received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.



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