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Airport Waste Program and Education Officer – Perth Airport Terminals

Are you passionate about environmental sustainability and waste management? Do you thrive in a fast-paced airport environment? We are seeking a dedicated Airport Waste Program and Education Officer to oversee waste management operations at Perth Airport terminals.

About ASSETLINK

Established in 1993, Assetlink is an Australian owned facilities services provider with over 3000 people serving over 1200 customers in Australia and New Zealand. Specialising in the provision of standalone cleaning and security services or a tailored integrated solution. Assetlink support businesses to manage their assets and operations in the commercial, retail, aviation, health & aged care and mining sectors.

About the Role

The Airport Waste Program and Education Officer plays a critical role in managing waste operations at Perth Airport ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and promoting sustainable practices. A key focus of this role is the coordination and implementation of waste and resource recovery programs for sustainable waste management at the airport terminals.. The successful candidate will work closely with stakeholders to reduce waste, enhance recycling efforts, and ensure safe and compliant disposal of all waste streams, including general, recyclable, hazardous, and quarantine waste.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee waste collection, segregation, transportation, and disposal at the airport.
• Maintain and monitor waste infrastructure, including bins, compactors, and collection points.
• Develop and implement sustainability initiatives to reduce waste and improve recycling.
• Conduct training, awareness and incentives programs for staff and stakeholders on waste management.
• Ensure full compliance with environmental and biosecurity regulations.
• Promote WHS practices and principles.
• Maintain accurate records, submit reports, and conduct waste audits.
• Attend regular key stakeholder meetings.
• Monitor waste metrics, identify inefficiencies, and drive continuous improvements.

What We’re Looking For:

• Relevant qualifications in Environmental Science, Waste Management, or Sustainability (preferred).
• Experience in waste management, biosecurity, or logistics (aviation experience a plus).
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with airport stakeholders, contractors and regulatory bodies.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting to drive informed decision-making.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage complex waste management processes.

What’s in It for You?

• Be part of a dynamic team managing waste sustainably at one of Australia’s busiest airports.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Work in a fast-paced, impactful role that contributes to environmental sustainability.

Join us in making a difference! Apply now to be part of our mission in promoting sustainable airport operations.

Assetlink’s Diversity Commitment:

Assetlink is committed to maintaining, growing and supporting our diverse and inclusive culture, by seeking and promoting diversity within each of our work sites. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA, people with disabilities, women, and other diversity groups. Currently, Assetlink is representative of around 80 nationalities, speaking 59 different languages. Assetlink recognises the benefits of diversity in creating amazing customer experiences, increasing productivity and encouraging business growth.’