Manager Waste Services

The City of Parramatta is going through unprecedented change and transformation as we grow and transform into a Global City. The intensity of growth and investment in City of Parramatta means that Council, their partners, and community have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape the City's future and ensure it is culturally, socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable. 

About the role

Join the Waste & Cleansing team as Manager Waste Services, where you'll lead the delivery of high-quality waste operations and drive service excellence across Parramatta's diverse community.

On a daily basis you will:

• Manage domestic, commercial, and event waste services, including illegal dumping and recycling programs
• Lead and support a team of professionals to meet operational goals and service standards
• Manage illegal dumping education and enforcement including assisting in legal proceedings when required
• Oversee contracts, budgets, and KPIs to ensure efficient and cost-effective waste service delivery
• Provide expert advice on waste compliance, enforcement, and community education initiatives
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to improve service outcomes and customer satisfaction

About you

You are a hands-on leader with deep operational expertise and a commitment to delivering reliable, customer-focused services.
 

You will also bring: 

• Extensive experience in waste or asset management, including contractor and workforce oversight
• Strong background in managing illegal dumping enforcement and compliance
• Proven ability to deliver environmental sustainability and community education programs
• High-level communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience leading complex projects and driving operational improvements
• Local Government experience (desirable)
   

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science, Operations Management, or a related discipline
• Current NSW Class C Driver's Licence

What's on offer

This is a permanent opportunity. 

We are offering an attractive remuneration from $ 153,911.34 to $ $170,614.86 plus 12% superannuation.

Participation in Council's Motor Vehicle Scheme will be discussed with the successful applicant. 

In addition City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include: 

• Free onsite parking & onsite Gym
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Central Parramatta location (Public transport at our door, discounted parking)
• Significant leave benefits (3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year)
• Learning and development opportunities
• Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, flu shots, etc.) 

Want to know more? 

Review our Values Flyer which outlines Council's core values and behaviours. 

Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description. 
 

How to apply 

Candidates MUST apply online. 

Please attach a Resume & Cover Letter of no more than two pages addressing the role specific responsibilities, qualifications and experience as per the Position Description. 

Applications close 9pm, Sunday 23 November 2025 and will not be accepted through any other medium.

This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo a Criminal History Records check. A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection.  

The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result. 

Inclusion, Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experiences, and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, ADF veterans, LGBTIQA+ and other culturally diverse groups.  We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights in Australia to apply for this position.