Senior City Services Lead: Zero-Waste & Climate Resilience

Camden Search; Melbourne; Presencial; AUD 150.000 - 190.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Merri-bek City Council is seeking a senior leader to run City Services, overseeing Waste, City Works, City Amenity and Fleet. You will manage an operating budget of about AUD 18 million and a capital program of about AUD 7 million, directing in-house teams and contractors.

The role requires strategic leadership, financial acumen, and a commitment to zero waste, climate resilience and safe, inclusive workplaces.

Formación

• Senior leadership experience in public works, engineering, asset management, or related disciplines.
• Proven ability to translate priorities into practical branch strategies and plans.
• Strong financial management of large budgets and procurement processes.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, safety, and environmental sustainability.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and develop a high-performing, safety-first team.
• Oversee household waste services, contracts, and zero waste initiatives.
• Prepare service charge concepts and advise on long-term waste minimisation.
• Manage fleet and capital programs, ensuring on-time delivery and value-for-money.
• Deliver road maintenance, footpath and drainage renewal programs on time and budget.
• Engage with Council on governance, strategy, and performance outcomes.
• Coordinate emergency planning and municipal disaster readiness.

Conocimientos

Senior leadership

Strategic planning

Financial acumen

Stakeholder management

Climate resilience

Ethical conduct

Inclusion & safety

Educación

Tertiary qualifications

Descripción del empleo

Merri-bek City Council is seeking a senior leader to run City Services, overseeing Waste, City Works, City Amenity and Fleet. You will manage an operating budget of about AUD 18 million and a capital program of about AUD 7 million, directing in-house teams and contractors.

The role requires strategic leadership, financial acumen, and a commitment to zero waste, climate resilience and safe, inclusive workplaces.