Team Leader Waste Transfer Station

About the Opportunity

At PMHC every employee plays a part in ensuring we work together to achieve positive outcomes for our community. We are currently seeking a Waste Transfer Station Team Leader to join our Utilities Operations team.

In this role, you'll do more than oversee daily operations —you'll lead, support and motivate a team of staff across multiple transfer stations to ensure safe, efficient and compliant services for our community. You will set the tone for teamwork, communication and a positive workplace culture, while also identifying maintenance needs, addressing operational issues and adjusting priorities to meet service demands.

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience supervising day-to-day operations and leading staff
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to build and maintain a positive, high-performing team culture
• Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with staff, contractors and the community
• Strong organisational and decision-making skills, including the ability to prioritise and adapt under pressure
• Demonstrated knowledge of operational procedures, safety regulations and compliance requirements

Desirable attributes:

• Relevant qualifications/accreditations in Waste Management
• Experience using WasteMan or similar weighbridge software

On a typical day this role will:

• Oversee daily site operations to ensure safety, efficiency and compliance with regulations.
• Conduct toolbox talks, site inspections and team meetings to reinforce safe work practices.
• Monitor stockpiles (e.g. green waste, scrap metal) and ensure waste is accepted, stored and removed safely.
• Identify and respond to operational or maintenance issues, escalating where required.
• Supervise contractors, including conducting site inductions.
• Engage with staff, contractors and the community to resolve operational queries or customer requests.

Remuneration and Benefits

Employment type: Permanent, full-time role (38 hours per week with 9-day fortnight)

Starting salary of $77,704.38 to $86,975.77 per annum depending on skills and experience, plus 12% Super and allowances

This role also qualifies for a Tool of Trade Vehicle

Benefits

• Fortnightly RDO
• PPE provided
• Discounted gym membership through membership to Fitness Passport
• Career development opportunities
• Annual salary increase as per the Local Government (State) Award 2023 plus annual salary review
• Long service leave after 5 years
• Generous employee assistance program
• Salary packaging options available through Salary Packaging Australia and Maxxia
• Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements

Questions?

If you would like to know more about this opportunity or have any questions about the role please contact Michael Davis, Waste Manager on

Interested in Applying?

Please complete the application form below and answer the questions which relate to the essential and desirable criteria within the selection criteria, then upload a copy of your resume and cover letter.

You will find the position description when you apply for the role.

You may find it helpful to write your response to the questions in a word document then copy/paste this into the application form once you are ready to submit your application.

Applications Close: Sunday 19th October 2025 at 11:30pm

Notes :

Suitable candidates may be placed on a talent pool or eligibility list for future identical, or similar positions for a period of 12 months.

Please upload documents in PDF format.

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At Port Macquarie-Hastings Council, we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the vibrant community we serve—where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to thrive. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please contact us at . We're here to support you every step of the way.

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