Coordinator (Resource Recovery)

Shoalhaven City Council; Nowra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave entitlements

Long Service Leave after 5 years

Flexitime for indoor staff

9-day fortnight for outdoor staff

Flexible and remote working options

Novated lease arrangements

Professional development and training

Wellbeing programs including Fitness &

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted health insurance

NSW Welcome Experience

Job summary

Shoalhaven City Council is seeking a Coordinator - Resource Recovery to lead the safe and efficient operation of its resource recovery facilities in Nowra. You will manage staff, contractors and assets while driving safety, accountability and continuous improvement across teams.

The role requires on-call availability, overtime as needed, and progression through grade steps as performance objectives are met. 38 hours per week at the West Nowra Recycling Depot with a leaseback vehicle option.

Qualifications

• Experience leading operational teams in industrial environments.
• Knowledge of safety, compliance and performance management.
• Ability to manage resources, assets and training.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate safe, efficient and compliant operation of resource recovery facilities and services.
• Lead employees and contractors; manage workforce planning and development.
• Identify and mitigate operational risks; oversee asset maintenance and replacement planning.
• Ensure on-call availability and overtime as required.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety management

Operations management

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in management/engineering/operations

Tools

White Card (Construction Induction)

Job description

• 38 hours per week (Monday to Friday)


• Located at West Nowra Recycling Depot


• Leaseback vehicle available

About the Role

The Coordinator - Resource Recovery is responsible for coordinating the safe, efficient and compliant operation of Council's resource recovery facilities and services. The role leads employees and contractors, manages operational resources and assets, and supports the recovery of valuable materials from the waste stream. This includes:

• Manage workforce planning, performance, training and development activities.


• Foster a culture of accountability, safety and continuous improvement across resource recovery teams


• Identify, assess and manage operational risks and corrective actions


• Coordinate the effective use, maintenance and replacement planning of assets, plant and equipment.

Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.

Being available to be on-call and complete reasonable overtime is a requirement of this position.

The advertised salary is based on the grade of the position, comprising of 4 steps within the range shown. The starting salary is at Step 1 within the grade. Progression through the salary steps shall be based upon the achievement of performance objectives relating to the position.

About You

To be successful in the position, you will have:

• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in management, engineering, construction, operations management or a related discipline.


• Demonstrated experience leading operational teams within a resource recovery, manufacturing, processing or industrial environment.


• Experience managing safety, operational performance, resources and compliance obligations.


• Current Class C Driver's Licence.


• Hold or be willing to obtain a SafeWork NSW Construction Induction Card (White Card).


• Proof of Australian residency or citizenship, or authority to work in Australia (visa)

We are seeking a proactive and safety focused leader with strong operational and people management skills. The ideal candidate will be organised, solutions focused, and passionate about resource recovery and environmental outcomes. They will be able to lead staff and contractors, manage resources effectively, and work collaboratively with the team to deliver efficient, compliant, and customer focused resource recovery services.

Applications Close: Thursday, 19 November 2026 (at midnight)

If you have any questions about this role, please contact James Allen - Sustainability & Resource Recovery Manager - 0447 889 ***

Why Work with Us

The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

Benefits include:

• Generous leave entitlements


• Long Service Leave after 5 years


• Option of flexitime for indoor staff


• 9-day fortnight for outdoor staff


• Flexible and remote working arrangements


• Novated lease arrangements available


• Opportunities for professional development and training


• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance


• NSW Welcome Experience

Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies

Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices, and encourage applicants living with a disability to request reasonable adjustments. As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and safety of all children and young people.