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Waste Services Team Leader
Ongoing - full time

The Opportunity
  
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Waste Services Team Leader to oversee Council’s waste management facilities across multiple sites.
  
This position plays an important role in ensuring landfill, waste disposal, recycling and resource recovery activities are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with environmental, legislative and operational requirements.
  
Working closely with the Waste and Compliance Services Coordinator, you will lead employees and contractors, oversee day-to-day activities, monitor compliance and contribute to the continuous improvement of Council’s waste and resource recovery services.

What Council Offers:

• 76 hour fortnight with roster variations depending on the position (9-day fortnight - RDOs in accordance with Council policy)
• Up to 12.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
• 5 weeks annual leave plus 17.5% annual leave loading
• 15 days paid sick/parental leave
• Salary Packaging options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Accredited Mental Health First Aid Officers
• Annual Flu vaccinations + Skin Checks
• Corporate Uniforms (annual allowance) and PPE supplied

General Salary Information:
This position is classified as Level 4C76 under the Hinchinbrook Shire Council Local Government Officers (Stream A) Certified Agreement.

The salary is $92,222 per annum plus superannuation. $46.6712 per hour.

Our Ideal Candidate
  
You are a practical and proactive leader with experience in waste management, landfill operations, resource recovery or a similar operational environment. You can confidently lead employees and contractors, coordinate competing priorities and maintain a strong focus on safety, environmental compliance and service delivery.
  
You bring sound judgement, strong communication and problem-solving solving skills, and the ability to build effective working relationships with employees, contractors, regulators and members of the community. You are also comfortable with operational systems, maintaining accurate records and contributing to continuous improvement.
  
Key Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise and mentor Waste Services employees across multiple waste management and resource recovery sites, fostering a positive team culture, high performance and safe work practices.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of Council's waste, recycling and resource recovery facilities to ensure efficient, effective and compliant service delivery.
• Monitor landfill operations, waste acceptance, disposal activities, recycling processes and resource recovery initiatives to ensure compliance with legislative, environmental and operational requirements.
• Promote and maintain a strong workplace health and safety culture through hazard identification, incident management, safe work practices and compliance with legislative requirements.  

See the Position Description for a more extensive list of key responsibilities.
  
Key Selection Criteria
If our values resonate with you ‘Opportunity, Respect, Strength and Accountability’ and you possess the following qualifications and experience, read below about how to apply:

Mandatory:

• Demonstrated experience in waste management, landfill operations, resource recovery, or a similar operational environment;
• Experience leading and supervising employees and contractors;
• Sound knowledge of workplace health and safety, risk management and environmental compliance requirements;
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and operational record keeping;
• Current Queensland C Class Driver Licence; and
• Construction White Card, or the ability to obtain.

Desirable:

• Certificate III or higher qualification in Waste Management, Leadership, Civil Construction, Environmental Management, or a related field;
• Experience in landfill, recycling and resource recovery operations;
• Knowledge of legislation and regulatory requirements relating to waste management and environmental compliance;
• Experience using weighbridge or waste management software systems, including Mandalay;
• Current loader, waste compactor and/or excavator competency or licence;
• Chemical distribution and control;
• First Aid Qualifications; and
• Experience working in local government.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

Applicants must be able to safely and competently carry out strenuous labouring and manual handling activities.  The position will require the employee to carry out physical tasks which may include manual handling, repetitive bending, kneeling, twisting and/or squatting, lifting, working in confined spaces, and working at heights.
How to Apply 
To apply, submit your application online by clicking 'Apply For Job' and follow the steps. Please provide:

1. A current resume
2. A cover letter addressing the “Our Ideal Candidate” and Key Selection Criteria section (max. 2 pages).

Applications close on ‘Tuesday 24 November 2026, at 5:00pm AEST’
  
For More Information:
Thank you for your consideration and interest in this position. For a confidential discussion, contact Donal Alison Manager, Waste and Compliance Services Coordinator on (07) 4720 3424.

The Selection Process
We welcome candidates to inform us of any adjustments they may need to ensure a supportive and inclusive recruitment experience and workplace environment. Hinchinbrook Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and disadvantaged job seekers to apply.

Celebrating the rich diversity of our community, we are dedicated to attracting and employing people who reflect the community we serve. We value and respect the unique contributions of our employees and are committed to fostering an inclusive and safe workplace where everyone is supported to reach their full potential.

Please note that only individuals with the right to work in Australia are eligible to apply. As part of the recruitment process, the preferred candidate will need to undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medical assessments, which may include drug and alcohol testing, to confirm their ability to meet the role's inherent requirements.

Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on the application close date, whichever is sooner.

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