Waste Services Officer - Public Spaces

Tau ake rā te moana nei, e papaki kau ana ki te ākau tangata, kakenga waka ka mauru te tohu ki te arearenga o Mauao, he pou herenga mōu, he pou hononga mōu, kia herea ki te tika, kia herea ki te pono. Kia mau, kia ita, kia ū – haumi e, hui e, tāiki e!

Te Tūranga | About the role

We’re looking for a proactive and community-minded Waste Services Officer – Public Spaces to help deliver high-quality waste services across Tauranga. This role focuses on litter bin servicing, litter control, illegal dumping response, and asset management—making a visible difference in the places we live, work, and play.

As part of our Waste Operations & Compliance team, you’ll:

• Monitor and manage public litter bins to ensure timely servicing, maintenance, and replacement.
• Conduct site inspections and audits of contracted services, using data to inform planning and improvements.
• Optimise bin placement based on community needs and usage trends.
• Respond to litter hotspots and illegal dumping reports, coordinating with contractors and community groups.
• Support enforcement actions in collaboration with the Bylaws team.
• Engage with stakeholders and the public to promote responsible waste behaviour and environmental initiatives.

Ngā Pukenga | What you’ll need to succeed

To succeed in this role you’ll be someone who’s organised, solutions-focused, and confident working independently. You’ll also have:

• A tertiary qualification in Waste Operations, Environmental Management, or Contract Management.
• 3+ years’ experience in waste operations, environmental services, or a related field.
• Strong problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Advanced MS Office skills and the ability to quickly learn new systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, especially when managing sensitive customer interactions.
• A current full NZ driver’s licence.
• Flexibility to support other team members when needed.

Tō Tātou Kaunihera | About Tauranga City Council

Tauranga City Council is one of Tauranga’s largest employers, and we are always looking to attract great talent to join our driven, passionate, and community-focused team.

We always strive to ensure that you feel valued and supported in the workplace.

To highlight that our people are our greatest asset, we offer a wide range of benefits that include 5 weeks annual leave, flexible hours and work from home options, as well as career development opportunities.

You can find out more about working at Tauranga City Council here.

Te Tukanga | How to apply

If you want to be part of an energetic, fun, and supportive team, then we'd love to hear from you. For more information, please contact Hope Lawsen at hope.lawsen@tauranga.govt.nz

Please note we will not be accepting applications via email. If you wish to apply, please click ‘Apply’ at the bottom of this page and follow the link.

Applications will close Sunday 28th September

We’re committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those living with disabilities.
If you need any support or adjustments to take part in our recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@tauranga.govt.nz

• You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.
• Tauranga City Council does not accept unsolicited contact or applications from recruitment agencies. We will not pay fees or commissions related to unsolicited contact.

Job Description: Waste Services Officer - Public Spaces