Waste Services Coordinator

Kingborough Council; Kingston; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kingborough Council invites applications for a Waste Services Coordinator based at the Barretta Waste Transfer Station in Tasmania. You will support the operational management of waste and recycling facilities, lead site teams, and drive improvements to service delivery and environmental outcomes.

You will oversee day-to-day activities, manage contractors and budgets, mentor staff, and work with stakeholders to maintain safe, compliant operations and strong community outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising operational teams in waste management, environmental services, logistics or similar environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day site activities and operations.
• Support staff development and performance, and work with stakeholders to improve service delivery and outcomes.

Job description

Position Number: KWS035

Department: Waste Services

Employment Status: Ongoing Full-time

Location: Barretta Waste Transfer Station

Classification: Local Government Industry Award 2020

Salary Range: $ 100,00 - $110,000 plus 12% Superannuation

About This Position

We are seeking a motivated and proactive Waste Services Coordinator to support the delivery of high-quality waste management services and contribute to the ongoing success of our operations. Reporting to the Manager, the role is responsible for assisting with the operational management of waste and recycling facilities, leading site-based teams, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and supporting commercial and environmental outcomes.

About The Role

As the Waste Services Coordinator, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe, efficient and compliant operation of waste and recycling services. You will oversee day-to-day site activities, support staff development, and work closely with stakeholders to enhance service delivery and operational performance.

To Be Successful In This Role

• Experience supervising operational teams in a waste management, environmental services, logistics or similar environment.
• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage operational programs, contractors and budgets.
• Sound knowledge of workplace health and safety principles and risk management practices.
• Experience identifying and implementing process improvements.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A commitment to delivering excellent customer service and community outcomes.

The duties of the position have the potential for the incumbent to be 'at risk' as detailed in KWS Immunisation Policy. As a result, the incumbent is required to be immunised in accordance with Council's Staff Immunisation Program.

Child and Youth Safe Organisations Framework is in place across Kingborough Council, safeguarding children and young people accessing our services and facilities. Your commitment to this framework is essential to improving the way we work with vulnerable people, by implementing strategies and actions to promote child safety and wellbeing, and prevent harm to children and young people. Kingborough Council incorporates Tasmania's Child and Youth Safe Standards in its recruitment process, ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people in our community.