Head of Waste Services & Resource Recovery – Flexible

Maitland City Council; Maitland; On-site; AUD 145,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Vehicle allowance

12% superannuation

2 weeks personal leave

4 weeks annual leave

14 weeks parental leave

Long Service Leave

Training and development

Fitness Passport

Healthy Employee Program

Novated leasing

Job summary

Maitland City Council is seeking an experienced Manager Waste Services to lead the delivery and future direction of waste and resource recovery across one of NSW's fastest growing regions. You will oversee waste collections, disposal, and the Maitland Resource Recovery Facility, driving efficiency and improved diversion rates.

In this full-time role you will manage long-term service planning, budgets and contracts, ensure safety and compliance, and lead a diverse team to deliver outstanding

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience in waste management and sustainability.
• Ability to lead complex operations, guide a diverse workforce and drive long-term directions.

Responsibilities

• Lead waste collections, disposal, resource recovery, and Maitland Resource Recovery Facility.
• Oversee budgets, contracts, safety, and regulatory compliance while driving innovation.
• Foster staff development and deliver improved customer experience.

Skills

Waste management leadership

Job description

Maitland City Council is seeking an experienced Manager Waste Services to lead the delivery and future direction of waste and resource recovery across one of NSW's fastest growing regions. You will oversee waste collections, disposal, and the Maitland Resource Recovery Facility, driving efficiency and improved diversion rates.

In this full-time role you will manage long-term service planning, budgets and contracts, ensure safety and compliance, and lead a diverse team to deliver outstanding