Operations Supervisor - Waste Services

Gunnedah Shire Council; Gunnedah; On-site; AUD 96,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Attraction and Retention Bonus

Salary packaging options

Long service leave after 5 years

Job summary

Gunnedah Shire Council invites applications for an Operations Supervisor Waste Services. You will lead the Waste Services team, oversee the landfill, transfer and recycling centres, and ensure EPA licence compliance while implementing WHS standards.

Reporting to the Manager Waste, you will manage budgets, prepare reports, and drive initiatives to improve recycling and reduce waste across the Shire. This role offers a 9-day fortnight and a clear pathway to advanced local-government leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in waste management or similar heavy-industry setting.
• Ability to manage plant operations and assess operational capability.
• Strong communication and stakeholder relationship skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and data reporting.
• Current NSW Class C Drivers Licence is required for ongoing employment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of landfill, transfer and recycling centres.
• Ensure compliance with EPA licence requirements and relevant regulations.
• Implement WHS standards across all worksites.
• Provide clear leadership and guidance to the waste services team.
• Assist in budget management and data reporting for waste operations.

Skills

Team leadership

Plant management

Stakeholder relations

Microsoft Office

Driver's Licence ( NSW Class C )

Education

Certificate IV in waste management or related field

Job description

Contract Type: Full Time, 38 hours per week, 9 day fortnight

Salary Range: Grade 15 [$96k - $106K] ($1854.07 - $2046.55 per week + Up to $8,000 / Year Attraction and Retention Bonus & 12% Super)

Application Deadline: 5:00pm, Monday 9 November 2026

Open New Horizons – Your Career, Your Community

At Gunnedah Shire Council, we create opportunities for you to Open New Horizons – in your career, within your community and for your future.

Whether you are starting your career journey, developing new skills, or taking the next step professionally, we provide a supportive environment where you can grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.

We are committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel valued, connected and empowered to succeed – but also understand the importance of your personal wellbeing and your life outside of work.

Gunnedah Shire Council is committed to recognising, rewarding, and supporting our people through a range of benefits and opportunities designed to help employees open new horizons in their career, community, and lifestyle.

We seek an enthusiastic, hard-working leader for the role of Operations Supervisor Waste Services.As a senior team member of the Waste Services department, this critical role will oversee the daily operations of the council's landfill and recycling centre and regionalwaste management facilities.

• Looking for a tree change? Enjoy a rural community lifestyle!
• Fantastic opportunity to advance your career in a vibrant local community!
• Receive an attractive package to $114,000/year (depending on experience/qualifications) PLUS super and salary packaging options!

Reporting to the ManagerWaste, you will be primarily responsible for managing the Council's waste infrastructure, including landfills, transfer and recycling centres, ensuring they comply with the requirements of the Council's EPA licence.

More specifically, your day-to-day duties will include (but will not be limited to):

• Compliance:Ensuring that the operation of all waste infrastructure complies with the relevant legislation and regulations.
• WHS: Implementation of safety standards and policies at all worksites.
• Leadership:Providing clear direction to all team members, ensuring they comply with council policies and procedures.
• Financial:Assisting the Manager Waste in managing the budget for the department, including collecting, collating and reporting data concerning waste management operations.

You may also be required to represent the council at regional waste management meetings and activities.

What You’ll Bring to the Team

To be successful in this role,you will bring demonstrated experience in leading a team, with experience in plant managementbeing highly regarded. Your effective communication and relationship-building skills will enable you to develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders,allowing you tocreate and implement initiatives to increase recycling and reduce waste across the Gunnedah community.

Other key requirements for this position include:

• Experience in management of plant and assessment of operational capabilities.
• WorkCover General Induction and Work Activity WHS Induction Ticket.
• Demonstrated experience in a field or administrative based supervisory role.
• Demonstrated decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing workplace safety, quality systems and environmental assessment.
• Demonstrated skills and knowledge in use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability and continued commitment to work according to Councils' policies and Code of Conduct, with or without supervision.
• Current valid NSW Class C Drivers Licence (ongoing employment is conditional on maintaining this Licence).

* While not required,desirable characteristics of a successful candidate could include:

• Experience in Local Government
• Certificate IV in a relevant field or related education equivalent and/or experience in waste management or similar environmental field demonstrating technical knowledge relevant to the position.
• Previous experience in waste management.
• Current First Aid Certificate.
• Qualifications in Environmental science, asset management or other relevant field.
• NSW class HR Drivers licence.

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification or skill.If your experience looks a little different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we would love to learn more about you!

Why Join Gunnedah Shire Council?

Working at Gunnedah Shire Council offers a range of benefits, some of which include:

• Accrue a Rostered Day Off (RDO) every 2 weeks, working only a 9-day fortnight!
• Access to MyLeave - An additional 5 days of leave each year to support a healthy and flexible work-life balance.
• Receive Long Service Leave after only 5 years!
• Eligible staff can receive up to $8,000/ year through our new Attraction and Retention Bonus ($2,000 quarterly payments to support your ongoing commitment to GSC)
• Receive annual award salary increases with potential for further increases during performance appraisal cycles.
• Salary packaging and salary sacrificing options available - Salary Packaging Australia
• Eligible staff can access 14 weeks of paid parental leave (or 28 weeks at half pay)!
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Access to 4 weeks annual leave
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the community.

Only candidates with current Australian work rights (Australian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens with a current passport, valid work visa) will be considered.

Location

AUSTRALIA

Gunnedah Shire Council – About Us

A council truly passionate about community!Gunnedah Shire Council is an integral part of the Gunnedah community, a vibrant, warm and friendly town surrounded by the expansive Liverpool Plains and framed by the Nandewar Ranges. At Gunnedah Shire Council we are committed to providing a friendly and helpful service to all stakeholders. We are dedicated to Gunnedah being a liveable and accessible community for all ages and demographics. Additionally, as a council we are proud to promote economic and business development in the region.We are not only invested in the people of Gunnedah, we are also heavily invested in its employees and their future careers.To find out more about Gunnedah Shire Council and our careers on offer, follow this link .

Further information

As part of the recruitment process, suitable applicants will be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include relevant background checks, functional capacity assessment and drug and alcohol screening. Our recruitment process is primarily via system generated emails. Please ensure your email is correct before submitting your application to avoid missing crucial updates and outcomes.

Email notifications may include application confirmation, interview invitations, request for references, and application outcomes.Please check your email regularly, including your junk email.

Council is an equal opportunity employer is committed to a merit-based workforce that encompasses inclusiveness and diversity in an environment of mutual respect. We invite, encourage, welcome and value candidate of all ages and from all backgrounds.