Senior Waste Collection Leader – Citywide Impact

Council Jobs; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Brisbane City Council seeks an exceptional leader to oversee Waste Collection across Brisbane, ensuring safe, reliable and cost-effective services. You will manage major contracts, drive performance, and engage with contractors, elected representatives, and executives to deliver community value.

This senior role focuses on strategic direction, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement within a growing city, supporting smarter, sustainable waste management for South East Queensland.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe, reliable, customer-focused waste and recycling collection across Brisbane.
• Build productive supplier partnerships with clear accountability.
• Maximise value from major collection contracts through effective contract management.
• Use data, technology and analytics to improve service performance and outcomes.
• Develop people, lead change and drive continuous service improvement.
• Foster relationships with elected reps, executives, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Contribute to Brisbane's long-term waste strategy and Brisbane 2032 preparations.
• Provide executive leadership during disruptions and emergencies.

Job description

Brisbane City Council seeks an exceptional leader to oversee Waste Collection across Brisbane, ensuring safe, reliable and cost-effective services. You will manage major contracts, drive performance, and engage with contractors, elected representatives, and executives to deliver community value.

This senior role focuses on strategic direction, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement within a growing city, supporting smarter, sustainable waste management for South East Queensland.