Leading Hand Waste Operations

• Seeking a permanent full time Leading Hand Waste Operations
• Salary $78,511 per annum plus superannuation
• Exciting opportunity to join a growth Council

About the Position

The successful candidate in this position will be responsible for providing daily leadership to a team of Waste Operators to enable the delivery of quality services to the community, and operating a range of plant and equipment for domestic, recycling, bulk, parks and verge, illegal dumping waste collection and disposal.

The position will be required to work most public holidays and some weekends.

About you

As a collaborative member of the Waste Services team, the successful appointee must be adaptable and experienced in a supervisory position within the waste environment.  You will also thrive working in a very busy and change driven organisation, whilst meeting the following requirements:

Essential:

• Proven experience in a leadership position within a waste environment
• Experience in operation / maintenance of mechanical plant, and HR vehicles, supported by appropriate licences
• Proven communication and customer service skills
• Experience in the efficient utilisation of information systems and technology
• Capable of physical activity

Desirable:

• Skid steer operation certification
• Forklift operator certification

About the City of Wanneroo

The City of Wanneroo is a diverse and flexible environment that offers a range of career opportunities where you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the local community and our people. Our vibrant and inclusive team is what makes the City an enjoyable and rewarding place to be.

We celebrate all diversity and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to consider working for a Local Government organisation that values who you are. Bring your skills, knowledge and commitment to a team that is welcoming and enthusiastic about you joining us!

Why work for the City of Wanneroo

The City offers a range of employment benefits including:

• Generous matching of superannuation contributions up to a combined total of 15%;
• Four weeks annual leave;
• Free on-site parking;
• A work-life balance program providing flexible work practices;
• Purchase leave (subject to operational requirements);
• Professional development opportunities;
• An inclusive, welcoming office environment; and
• An opportunity to reduce your commute and work in a goal-driven professional team closer to home

To find out more about our benefits, click here!

Interested?

If this position sounds like you, and you're keen to spend less time commuting and more time doing the things you're passionate about - then click on the "apply" button below. We look forward to receiving your application. 

Reference Number: 19741

Closing Date for applications:  10:00pm (AWST) Thursday 4 July 2024

CB24008 +(multiple positions) Position Description - Leading Hand (Waste Operations).PDF

Applicants are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience as the City reserves the right to interview suitable applicants prior to the closing date and may close this ad earlier for the right applicant.

For further information regarding the position visit the City of Wanneroo website or contact Mark Bennett, Coordinator Waste Operations, on 08 9405 5***.

Applicants may be required to undergo a medical assessment to determine their fitness to carry out the duties of this position.

All employees and prospective employees of the City of Wanneroo are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed. 

To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in Australia and be willing to provide a National Police Clearance no older than 6 months.