Program Lead Waste Strategy and Landfills
3 weeks ago
**Job no**: 495406
**Work type**: Temporary Full-time
**Location**: Knox Civic Centre
**Categories**: Waste
**About the Opportunity**
We have an exciting temporary opportunity for an experienced program / project manager to join the waste management team at Knox as Program Lead waste strategy and Landfills. Reporting to the Coordinator Waste management services, you will lead the implementation and monitoring of Councils Strategic Waste Management Plan, assisting in the transformation of Council’s waste and recycling services and policy. The role is also responsible for the effective management of Council’s former landfill sites including legislative compliance, contracted monitoring and maintenance works remediation and risk management.
Working in a dynamic and supportive team environment, the role's key responsibilities include the implementation of Council’s new Waste Management strategy and coordination and management of contractors and consultants to deliver outcomes that comply with regulatory authorities for Councils former landfill sites. The role is also required to assist the coordinator in adapting and aligning council’s services and procedures to changes in policy and challenges experienced within the waste industry. The role will also liaise closely with waste management, operations, major projects and other internal teams within Knox to support the community through change and meet Councils commitments in waste and resource recovery.
**What you will need to thrive**
- Demonstrated program management skills with proven experience in strategic development and delivery of programs and projects
- Knowledge and the ability to interpret legislative and compliance guidelines in relation to waste management practices and landfill remediation
- Highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise and negotiate with all levels of management, staff and clients of the Council
- Sound financial and budgetary skills and experience managing contracts and contractors and an ability to rectify any issues that arise
- High level verbal and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to prepare professional reports
- A relevant tertiary qualification (or strong industry experience) in waste management, environmental science, sustainability or engineering would be an advantage
**How to apply**:
Please provide a resume and brief cover letter addressing the ‘what you need to thrive’ section from the to outline how your experience and skills relate to the role.
To view a copy of the please visit our Knox City Council Careers Page.
**Why Us**:
At Knox, making a difference to others and our community is at the heart of everything we do. We are inspired by empowering our community inside and out to thrive and prosper through living our values. We support hybrid and flexible working and embrace diverse and inclusive environments. We succeed by recruiting for excellence through investing in our people, encouraging their unique talents and supporting them to bring their whole selves to work.
We believe in our people and provide a supportive, driven and inclusive culture we are proud of, that focuses on wellbeing.
Beyond that, we also offer:
- accrued days off for full time employees;
- growth and learning opportunities;
- career development;
- reward and recognition programs; and,
- a supportive Employee Assistance Program.
As an employee (in accordance with Knox City Council's Covid-19 Vaccination Policy) you may be required to provide evidence that you are compliant with the vaccination requirements prior to commencement. It is highly recommended that all Council staff are vaccinated.
To view the inherent requirements for this position please see attachment below.
- Knox City Council has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. All children and young people who access our services, programs, events and facilities have the right to feel safe and be safe. This includes spaces owned or managed by Council. We take the wellbeing and safety of children and young people in our care seriously. We maintain a child safe organisation by embedding the protection of children into everyday thinking and practice. All Knox City Council employees, contractors and volunteers are responsible for ensuring children and young people are valued, heard and protected from abuse._
Knox City Council acknowledges our offices are located on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation.
**Advertised**: 18 Mar 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
**Applications close**: 01 Apr 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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