Leading Hand Landfill Operations Manager

3 days ago


Townsville, Queensland, Australia Townsville City Council Full time
About the Role

This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity to join the Townsville City Council team as a Leading Hand Landfill Operations Manager. As a key member of our waste management team, you will be responsible for supervising the operation of our complex landfill site, ensuring excellent customer service is delivered, and being accountable for site functions, safety, and environmental outcomes.

You will lead and manage a team of skilled waste management practitioners, manage facility activities and maintenance, and allocate plant and staff resources in an efficient and financially responsible manner.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise and manage a team of waste management practitioners
  • Ensure site functions, safety, and environmental outcomes are met
  • Manage facility activities and maintenance
  • Allocate plant and staff resources efficiently
  • Deliver excellent customer service

Requirements

  • Experience in managing and leading a team
  • Ability to manage a complex operational site
  • Current QLD 'HR' class drivers licence
  • Ability to read and interpret plans from hard copy or digital mapping systems
  • Ability to operate machinery associated with waste management
  • Sound cash handling skills
  • Effective conflict resolution skills

What We Offer

  • 17.5% annual leave loading
  • Up to 5 weeks annual leave
  • Up to 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
  • 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
  • Domestic and Family Violence Leave
  • Natural Disaster Leave
  • Up to 13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
  • Salary Sacrifice opportunities
  • Learning and Development opportunities
  • Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected gym, pool, and yoga facilities
  • Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
  • Employee Assistance Program


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