Executive Manager Waste Services

Executive Manager Waste Services

Mackay Regional Council is seeking an Executive Manager Waste Services to be a key member of our leadership team, shaping a modern council. We want an enthusiastic professional who is a strategic thinker, outcome driven, with the ability to inspire, lead and manage people.

The Mackay Region

Mackay is located halfway between Brisbane and Cairns and is truly the heart of Queensland, covering 7,621 square kilometres of rainforest, Natural Parks, historic townships, miles of golden beaches and more than 70 tropical islands.

The Region boasts a vibrant economy offering an idyllic lifestyle on the Central Queensland coast, from picturesque beaches and nearby island resorts to beautiful rainforests. The Region has a great climate coupled with good quality education and health facilities.

We are a dynamic, progressive and financially sound local government, with responsibility for $3.5 billion worth of assets and employing over 1000 dedicated staff in a vibrant, rapidly growing region where sugar, mining, beef, tourism and retail drive the economy.

About the role

Mackay Regional Council is seeking an exceptional leader to drive a culture of continual improvement within its Waste Services team. The successful candidate will have a background in waste management, detailed industry knowledge, understanding of resource recovery operations design and be capable of providing leadership and strategic direction to this important and public facing area of Council's operations. A tertiary qualification in a field relevant to the waste management function is essential and a postgraduate qualification in Management would be highly regarded.

Why work for Mackay Regional Council?

• An attractive total remuneration package on offer.
• Relocation assistance and other benefits which will be negotiated with the successful applicant
• 5 Year fixed term contract
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts
• Study and assistance programs for career development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity, the position may close earlier than expected. Submit your application today to avoid missing out on this fantastic career prospect.

Interested?

To apply, you will need to submit a up to date resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience for the role.

For the Position Description and information on how to apply please visit
https://vacancies.mackay.qld.gov.au/MRC_ER/VacancyDetails.aspx?vdtnumber=6154

Applications Close: 11th April 2024

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to all available opportunities. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises our employees' unique contributions and perspectives, working together to deliver extraordinary results.

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