Coordinator Waste Services & Resource Efficiency

• Permanent Full-Time
• Band 8 ($124,881 - $139,089) + 11.5% super + monthly ADO
• Footscray Town Hall

About Us

Maribyrnong City Council is undergoing significant change arising from population growth and redevelopment. A transitioning economy is leading to an influx of new residents, businesses, and employment opportunities that is seeing Maribyrnong fast becoming a sought after residential, recreation and social destination in Melbourne's inner-west.

The Opportunity

In your role as Coordinator Waste Services and Resource Efficiency, you will be responsible for providing the strategic and operational management of Council's waste services including the management of staff, contracts and systems to deliver effective diversion, collection, disposal services and sustainable re-use of resource streams.

Reporting to the Manager City Sustainability, this role is integral to leading the development, implementation and evaluation of waste management and circular economy policies and plans to position Council to pursue and demonstrate leadership in resource recovery, waste avoidance & management outcomes and supporting a climate resilient and environmentally sustainable local economy.

Key Responsibilities

The Coordinator Waste Services and Resource Efficiency will be responsible for:

• Undertaking necessary service planning, service reviews and reporting to ensure Council's legislative requirements are met.
• Leading and supporting the Waste Services unit to achieve the reduction of waste to landfill and contamination across the various waste streams using data and developing programs that influence, educate and implement positive behavioural change.
• Leading the development, implementation and monitoring of waste management and circular economy strategies, policies and guidelines.
• Coordinating and supporting the Waste Services unit to:
  • Manage, monitor and improve the contracted waste services.
  • Investigate complaints regarding the waste contracted services.
  • Provide a high level of customer service to Maribyrnong residents in relation to waste collection services.

About You

To be considered for this role, you will have:

• Post-Graduate qualifications in a relevant field and relevant experience or tertiary qualifications with extensive relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in leading a team to achieve high performance outcomes with coaching skills to develop team capabilities, team cohesion and a positive culture.
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of waste management principles and practices necessary to strategically manage the waste generated within the City.
• Highly developed analytical and lateral thinking skills and the ability to take the initiative, drive changes and implement innovations.
• Experience in services or contract management of a similar nature.
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence.

Why Choose Maribyrnong City Council?

• Engage in a meaningful role within a Values driven organisation;
• Work across many functions in a friendly, supportive and professional multidisciplinary team;
• Be a part of a flexible and inclusive work environment;
• Enjoy great workplace flexibility, including hybrid working option
• Take an Accrued Day Off every month.

If you enjoy working in a diverse community focused environment and are looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference, Apply Now!

For a copy of the position description please visit us at: https://maribyrnong.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6706979

How to Apply

To be considered, you must have the right to work in Australia and your application should contain a cover letter and a resume. Tell us why you think you would be a great fit for this position and outline your experience in support of your application.

Enquiries: Should you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Callan Riley, Manager City Sustainability on (03) 9688 0158

We are a child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to child safety and supporting the best interests of children in all our operations. Council encourages young people, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.