Manager Waste Services

Burwood Council; Burwood; On-site; AUD 121,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leaseback vehicle

Flexible work arrangements

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Burwood Council invites a strategic leader to become Manager Waste Services, driving sustainability, financial viability and operational excellence in council waste programs. You will oversee a large fleet, manage high-value contracts and lead education initiatives to boost resource recovery and zero-waste outcomes.

The role demands strong stakeholder engagement, policy compliance and cross‑functional leadership to advance the Burwood Community Strategic Plan 2036.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in waste management or a related discipline.
• Current NSW or Australian Class C Driver Licence.
• Extensive experience leading complex operational services including waste, cleansing, fleet or related functions.
• Strong knowledge of contemporary waste management practices across residential, commercial and public place waste services.
• Proven experience leading, developing and managing high-performing teams and driving change.

Responsibilities

• Lead the long-term sustainability, financial viability and operational excellence of Council's waste services.
• Oversee a diverse heavy vehicle and plant fleet.
• Direct community waste education programs to improve resource recovery and zero-waste outcomes.
• Drive asset lifecycle management, regulatory compliance and governance.
• Engage with stakeholders to support service transformation and strategic priorities.

Skills

Communication skills

Contract management

Leadership

Waste management

Education

Tertiary qualifications in waste management

Tools

Driver Licence

Job description

• Permanent full-time management position available
• Annual Salary of $120,680.98 - $141,268.08 + Super
• Access to a Leaseback Vehicle
• Based at our Croydon Park Operations Centre
• Flexible work arrangements available including access to flexi-time
• Be part of a collaborative Team and well-respected Local Council

About us:

Recently named Australia's Coolest Neighbourhood by Time Out, Burwood is a place on the move. A diverse, creative and globally connected community, Burwood is known for its vibrant streets, distinctive public spaces, bold public art, and one of Sydney's most exciting food scenes. From cultural festivals and laneway activations to major streetscape transformations, the city is constantly evolving. Behind it all is a Council that believes its people are the driving force of that momentum. Our team is central to delivering the ambitious vision set out in the Burwood Community Strategic Plan 2036, shaping how the city grows, how it is experienced, and how it is seen by the world.

Your Position:

We are seeking a visionary, highly motivated, and strategic leader to step into the role of Manager Waste Services. In this critical leadership position, you will drive the long-term sustainability, financial viability, and operational excellence of Council's waste management services. You will champion high-value waste and environmental contracts, oversee a diverse heavy vehicle and plant fleet, and lead progressive community waste education programs and initiatives to accelerate resource recovery and achieve zero-waste initiatives. This role requires a balance of sophisticated asset lifecycle management, rigorous regulatory compliance, and influential stakeholder engagement.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proven contract management and procurement skills
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to cultivate positive team cultures
• Masterful command of waste management services including FOGO
• Willingness to complete pre-employment checks including a police check, designated position declaration and pre-employment medical

Key Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in waste management, environmental management or a related discipline.
• Current NSW or Australian Class C Driver Licence.
• Extensive experience leading complex operational services, including waste, cleansing, fleet or related service functions.
• Strong knowledge of contemporary waste management practices across residential, commercial and public place waste services.
• Demonstrated strategic leadership capability, including contributing to organisational priorities, executive decision-making and service transformation.
• Proven experience leading, developing and managing high-performing teams, building a strong team culture and driving change and continuous improvement to deliver positive community outcomes.

Culture & Benefits:

• Health & Wellbeing initiatives (i.e. flu vaccinations, skin checks)
• Access to Fitness Passport membership
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Enquiries:

Further information regarding this role can be found in the Position Description or please contact Martin Jenner on [phone].

Closing date: Applications close on Sunday 1 November 2026 at 11.59pm.

At Burwood Council we celebrate diversity, value inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We are committed to creating an environment where every member of our team feels respected, supported and inspired to contribute their unique skills and talents for a better Burwood. In serving our community, we are also proud to be a child safe organisation.