Resource Recovery Coordinator - Cannington, Australia - City of Canning

City of Canning

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Cannington, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Are you passionate about waste management and sustainability? Do you thrive on leading a dedicated team to deliver unparalleled waste recovery and processing services? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Resource Recovery Coordinator.

About Us

At the City of Canning, we aim to become the largest and most innovative Waste Management department within Local Government in Australia.

We are committed to providing exceptional service to our residents, commercial customers, and internal stakeholders, driven by our core values of high quality, reliability, safety, and environmental responsibility.

Position Overview

As the Resource Recovery Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in leading the Resource Recovery Service Unit, overseeing a team of up to 20 operators responsible for waste recovery and processing at the City's Ranford Road Resource Recovery & Waste Transfer Station.

This position will also encompass the management of On-demand collection services, bulk heavy haulage of waste, transfer station operations and the management of relevant contracts.

You will be instrumental in managing waste management requirements for the City, handling up to 40,000 tonnes per annum.

This is a great opportunity for a driven individual looking to shape the future strategic waste management needs of the City.

_ In this role, you will undertake duties such as:_

Lead and manage a team of operators, ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable delivery of waste recovery and processing services.
Ensure compliance with legislation, policies, and best practice standards, promoting a 'Culture of Care' to prevent incidents, injuries, and workrelated illnesses.
Collaborate with the Waste Services Leadership Team and other stakeholders across the City to drive operational efficiency, innovation, and teamwork.
Develop and implement performance frameworks to monitor, assess, and report on operational performance and risks.
Manage the bulk haulage fleet, transfer station, and associated plant & equipment, ensuring optimal performance.
Oversee the City's $6 million per annum operating budget, driving performance and efficiency through effective financial management.
Handle contract management with key suppliers providing wasterelated processing services to the City.

Skills & Experience

Tertiary qualification in a related field such as Resource Recovery, Transport, Environmental Science or Waste Management
Proven leadership experience and/or qualification in frontline or business management
Demonstrated experience in waste management with a focus on waste recovery and processing operations.
Confident with using Microsoft Office package as well as writing concise and analytical reports.
Ability to work outside of usual working hours with a strong dedicated team with mínimal supervision
Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders
Current satisfactory National Police Certificate

Benefits

Permanent, Full-Time Role
19 Day Month Roster Day Off System
Free Gym Membership to both Leisure Centres
Access to exceptional employee benefits

- $101, $113,786.40 per annum + super & matching options

Impact the Community in a Big Way

The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference With a population of over 90,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day.

We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.

Canning welcomes you to apply:

**Applications are open until 5.00pm Friday 18 August 2023, we reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early.