Manager Waste and Environmental Services

3 days ago


Narrabri, Australia Narrabri Shire Council Full time $134,000 - $148,752 per year

Manager Waste and Environmental Services

  • Permanent full-time.
  • Lead a dedicated and experienced team.
  • Salary range $134, $148,752.72 per annum, plus superannuation.
  • Temporary accommodation may be provided.

About Us

Narrabri Shire Council is a values-based organisation located in regional New South Wales. Our mission is to deliver exceptional services and build and maintain reliable infrastructure for our residents. We value unity and commit ourselves to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment, encouraging growth and career progression. With stunning natural landscapes, vibrant local culture, and a supportive community, Narrabri is the perfect place to build your career and enjoy a balanced, high-quality lifestyle.

About the Role

Reporting to the Director Infrastructure Delivery, this role is responsible for managing the Waste Facility located in Narrabri, and the eight transfer stations across our shire. As our Waste and Environmental Services Manager, you will lead a dedicated team, focusing on strategic, financial and environmental performance. It is a pivotal role, responsible for developing and managing integrated waste whilst ensuring relevant legislation and compliance is adhered to.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Develop, implement, review and update strategic documents, reports, plans and programs relating to sustainability and the natural environment
  • Deliver financial savings through close monitoring of the annual budget
  • Participate in community consultation meetings and actively seek community input to develop work programs
  • Strong customer focus, with the ability to improve customer experience and expectations

About You

We are seeking a proactive and strategic leader to oversee the delivery of integrated waste and environmental services. Our ideal candidate is a driven individual, who will demonstrate and promote Councils values to build and maintain unity across the organisation.

Additionally, our candidate will possess:

  • Degree level qualification in a relevant field
  • Knowledge of WHS legislation relating to waste operations
  • Project management and delivery experience
  • Effective verbal skills, and excellent communication skills, both written and oral
  • A commitment to mentoring and coaching the waste team, to refine skills for career progression
  • Demonstrated experience in building and monitoring operational and capital budgets

For further information, please refer to the position description

Further enquires

Enquires in relation to this exciting opportunity can be made to Evan Harris, Director Infrastructure Delivery on

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position with Narrabri Shire Council, we would love to hear from you

  • Click the 'Application Form' tab

  • Complete all the required information

  • Attach your Resume, Cover Letter, Qualifications and Driver Licence

  • Click 'Submit'

Please note that all correspondence regarding your application status and interview will be forwarded via email.

Closing date for applications is 5:00pm on Wednesday, 17 September 2025.

Narrabri Shire Council reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date or extend without prior notice.

Narrabri Shire Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We support difference and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and community, and are committed to celebrating diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees.



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