Coordinator Resource Recovery & Waste Services

Description:

Coordinator Resource Recovery & Waste Services
Location: Yass, NSW
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Job Category: Infrastructure & Assets
Closing Date: 25 May 2025
Salary: $80,438.80 - $86,783.80 per annum plus 11.5% superannuation
Be a part of a team making a difference in our growing community.
At Yass Valley Council, we’re committed to empowering our team to thrive while contributing to the growth and well-being of our region. We’re looking for a dedicated individual to lead the Resource Recovery & Waste team.
Your Role
In this dynamic role, you’ll be at the forefront to:
Coordinate operations of multiple transfer station locations within the Yass Valley.
Coordinate collection of kerbside domestic waste/recycling and commercial waste.
Coordination of staff, management of staff rostering, programming works, staff training, ensuring that the waste delivery department operate effectively, efficiently and safely.
Responsible for co-ordinating and negotiating with recycling and other contractors involved with the Waste Management functions of Council.
Responsible for operational equipment, machinery and vehicles within the waste function of Council, ensuring they are regularly serviced, presentable and safe to operate.
Ensuring Council’s compliance with all relevant legislation (including safety, quality, and environment) with a focus towards achieving Best Practice Performance of waste and resource recovery infrastructure.
Undertake complex problem solving and negotiate positive outcomes to ensure technical, regulatory and contractual compliance.
Liaise and consult with the community and stakeholders on waste management proposals and issues.
Research issues associated with new waste and other environment initiatives and assist with developing sustainable waste management initiatives and projects plans.
Establish productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, professional groups, government departments and authorities whose activities have significance for Council’s operations in the area of waste management and education.
Provide advice and recommendations on the continuous improvement of the resource recovery and waste management program.
Management of the waste services operational budget in conjunction with the Manager Facility & Waste Assets and Manager of Maintenance Delivery.
Actively participate in the continuous improvement in process, performance, safety and quality ensuring compliance with WHS policies and procedures.
Your Working Environment (for eligible employees)
A 35-hour working week, over a 9-day fortnight
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)
Guaranteed salary increase of 3% in July 2025
Superannuation increase of 0.5% in July 2025
Your Career Growth
A supportive environment and collaborative team to assist you to reach your career goals
Opportunities for temporary transfers and higher duties arrangements
Education assistance program and targeted learning
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 (EAP) service for you and your family.
Why Join Yass Valley Council
At Yass Valley Council, we don’t just offer jobs – we build careers. As part of a progressive Local Government team, your work will make a tangible difference in the lives of our residents and the future in our region. Join a workplace that values collaboration, innovation and your personal growth.
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How to Apply
Submit your application online by addressing the essential criteria questions and uploading a current copy of your resume.
Applications close: 25 May 2025
For help with your application, contact HR on (02) 6226 9251.
For specific role questions, contact Jared Howard, Acting Manager Maintenance, on (02) 6226 1477
Eligibility Requirements
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.
Complete an Identity check – supplying 100 points of identification for verification.
Be willing to complete an Integrity/Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
Be willing to complete a pre-employment medical and audiogram.
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.
Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.