Coordinator Resource Recovery & Waste Services

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• Seeking a strong senior leader for this role in a dynamic and progressive team.
• Lead the operational functions of waste management and resource recovery services.
• Opportunity for Training, development and career growth.

Bring your leadership experience and commitment to shape the future of the Resource Recovery & Waste Services Team.

YOUR ROLE

The position of Coordinator Resource Recovery & Waste Services is based at the Yass Valley Council Works Depot and sits within the Infrastructure and Assets division of Yass Valley Council. This role provides effective coordination and guidance on the provision of services and the maintenance and construction of waste assets within the Council area. This role works on programs and projects to develop priorities through collaboration with stakeholders, to achieve a quality and continuous improvement program in a supportive environment.

• Leads the planning of waste and resource recovery operations.
• Management of waste and recyclables collection services.
• Management of waste and resource recovery facilities and services.
• Ensures services are regulatory compliant, safe, effective, and efficient.
• Provides excellent customer service.

YOUR WORKING ENVIRONMENT (for eligible employees)

• A 35-hour working week, over a 9-day fortnight.
• A leaseback vehicle available for private use, contributions made fortnightly post tax.
• Access to 6.5 weeks long service leave after 5 years.
• 4 weeks paid annual leave.
• Access to 3 weeks sick leave per year, cumulative where unused.
• Access to 2 health and wellbeing days (taken from sick leave entitlements).
• Annual salary between $77,718.00 - $83,936.00 per annum plus 11% Superannuation.
• Guaranteed salary increases of 3.5% in 2024-25 and 3% in 2025-26.

YOUR CAREER

• A supportive environment and collaborative team to assist you to reach your career goals.
• Opportunities for temporary transfers and higher duties arrangements.
• Career growth through internal job opportunities.
• Job security in a Local Government position.
• Access to e-learning platforms and other development opportunities.

YOUR WELLBEING

• An inclusive culture where all our people are valued and EEO, diversity and differences are respected.
• Health & Wellbeing program - annual flu vaccinations and injury prevention program.
• Access to confidential Employee Assistance Program service for you and your family.

YOUR HOME

Yass Valley Council is a local government organisation employing over 150 staff. Yass Valley Council (YVC) is managed by the Chief Executive Officer and three Directors. This management team ensues the continued delivery of excellent services and optimum infrastructure to residents and visitors. The three divisions of Yass Valley Council are Corporate and Community, Planning and Environment, and Infrastructure and Assets.

The Infrastructure & Assets Directorate comprises Waste Services, Roads Delivery, Facilities Maintenance, Workshop, Recreational Services, Water & Wastewater, Engineering Services, Facility & Waste Assets. The role of Coordinator Resource Recovery & Waste Services is located within the Waste Services team.

The contact Manager for this position is Seamus Mc Gurk, Manager Maintenance Delivery on (02) 6226 1477, or please contact the HR team on (02)6226 9251.

This position is subject to relevant pre-employment checks and all applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia.

Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation. We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

How to Apply

Apply online with your current resume and cover letter that demonstrates how you meet the requirements for this position. 

Eligibility

To apply for this position, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or a New Zealand citizen or hold a valid visa with permission to work.