Landfill Supervisor — Hands-On Ops & Team Leadership

City of Coffs Harbour; Coffs Harbour; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Take-home vehicle

12% superannuation

Permanent Full-Time 38 hours per week

Job summary

The City of Coffs Harbour is seeking a hands-on Supervisor Landfill to lead day-to-day operations, supervise staff and operate heavy plant as needed. You will ensure safety, environmental compliance and efficient waste handling on site, while developing your team’s skills and performance.

This is a permanent full-time role offering 38 hours per week, a take-home vehicle, and generous leave entitlements. Applicants should have a strong safety mindset and practical leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Civil Construction or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience supervising a civil works, landfill or operational team.
• At least two years' experience operating heavy plant across equipment such as waste compactors, loaders or excavators.
• A current HR Driver Licence.
• White Card.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and environmental compliance.
• The ability to lead, motivate and support a team in a busy operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervising Landfill Operators and coordinating daily activities.
• Leading safe work practices across the site.
• Operating heavy plant including compactors, loaders and excavators.
• Managing waste movements, stockpiles and landfill operations.
• Monitoring environmental controls and site compliance.
• Coaching, training and mentoring team members.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.
• Building a positive and productive team culture.

Skills

Heavy plant operation

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Waste management

Environmental monitoring

Education

Certificate III in Civil Construction

HR Driver Licence

White Card

Job description

The City of Coffs Harbour is seeking a hands-on Supervisor Landfill to lead day-to-day operations, supervise staff and operate heavy plant as needed. You will ensure safety, environmental compliance and efficient waste handling on site, while developing your team’s skills and performance.

This is a permanent full-time role offering 38 hours per week, a take-home vehicle, and generous leave entitlements. Applicants should have a strong safety mindset and practical leadership experience.