Coordinator Waste Services

We are currently seeking an experienced waste management professional to join our Environment and Health team. Reporting to the Manager Environmental and Health Services, the Coordinator Waste Services will play an integral role in coordinating and delivery of the Council’s main waste collection and disposal services.

About the role:

Project manage capital and operational works required to achieve licence and best practice compliance. Co-ordinate the planning, development, rehabilitation and aftercare of Council’s landfill in accordance with licence conditions and the Environment Protection Act, including all statutory reporting requirements. Co-ordinate the implementation of objectives and actions associated with the proposed North Queensland Waste Strategy. Contribute to the development and monitoring of annual budgets and operational plans for the Waste Services Section. Take responsibility for the development, implementation and review of Council’s Waste Services policies and procedures. Coordinate the development of a strategic plan for the long-term management and treatment of existing closed landfills and the implementation thereof.

Why work for us?

• 9-day fortnight (72.5hrs fortnight)
• Up to 12% Employer Superannuation with ability to salary sacrifice employee contribution.
• 5 weeks Annual Leave per year
• 13 weeks Long Service Leave after 10 years’ service – pro rata available after 7 years
• Salary Packaging available
• Supportive and motivating team
• Active Social Club
• Fitness Passport Program
• Flexible work arrangements
• Relaxed lifestyle, boating, fishing, sports facilities, private and public schooling options up to Grade 12, cultural venues and events and all of this situated in a thriving agricultural community only an hour away from Townsville or two hours from the magical Whitsundays.

Applicants should familiarise themselves with the entire position description.

The applicable salary is to a ceiling of Level 7 ($115,645pa) with the commencing salary dependent upon the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

Application packages are available from the Human Resources Office on (07) 4783 9*** or you can download the application package using the following link.

Applications for 24/09 – Coordinator Waste Services should include:

• A cover letter
• A current resume
• Statements addressing the selection criteria
• Copies of relevant qualifications and licences

Applications can be submitted using one of the following (Word or PDF format is preferrable)

• Email – **********@burdekin.qld.gov.au
• Mail – Confidential Application No. 24/09, PO BOX 974, Ayr Qld 4807

Applications close Wednesday, 21 February 2024 at 5:00pm.

For further information please contact the Manager Environmental and Health Services – Paul Day on (07) 4783 9***.