Leading Hand Resource Recovery

2 weeks ago

Perth, Western Australia City of Armadale Full time $70,000 - $88,000 per year

Leading Hand Resource Recovery

Permanent Full Time

$70,000 - $80,000 + Adverse Working Conditions Allowance + 12% Super

Pay rise locked in for July 2026 under Industrial agreement

Lead from the Front Driving WA's Waste Recovery Future

You're a hands-on leader who gets stuck in.

You understand that effective waste recovery requires coordination, safety and a real focus on customer service.

At the City of Armadale, we're looking for a practical and safety-focused Leading Hand to support the Resource Recovery Supervisor in delivering outstanding operational outcomes and service excellence at our landfill and recycling facility.

As we evolve our waste management approach, you'll be right in the middle of the action Leading teams, keeping things safe, efficient and helping us shape a sustainable future.

What the role looks like

  • Lead and coordinate daily waste disposal, recycling and recovery activities.
  • Supervise and support frontline team members to ensure safe, timely and quality service delivery.
  • Promote and model safe work practices and customer-first service.
  • Monitor site operations and support continuous improvement and environmental compliance.
  • Assist with equipment, plant maintenance and site presentation.
  • Support community engagement and positive customer experiences

You're someone who...

  • Has experience in landfill, recycling or waste operations with a safety-first approach
  • Can lead, coach and motivate a small frontline team
  • Understands operational workflows and can manage day-to-day challenges confidently
  • Has a strong focus on customer service and community engagement
  • Holds relevant plant operation competencies, licences and safety qualifications
  • Is organised, reliable and takes pride in delivering quality outcomes

Why this, why now?

Because waste recovery is changing and so is the way we work.

This role is perfect if you want to lead by example, get your hands dirty and help build a safer, smarter and more sustainable service for our community.

Let's have a conversation

Click Apply Now and upload your resume. A cover letter is welcome but not essential.

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Join Us in Making a Difference

The City of Armadale is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Indigenous people, people with disabilities, and those from different cultural backgrounds, to apply.

We are also dedicated to upholding the highest standards of child safety. In alignment with the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations, we ensure our recruitment practices include thorough background checks, training, and ongoing education for all employees and volunteers who interact with children. Our goal is to foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all children and young people in our community.

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