Coordinator Landfill Operations

Overview
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Description
The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Councils in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney.
We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 380,000 residents.
The Role
A rewarding opportunity has presented itself for a dedicated and driven leader to join our City Assets department as Coordinator Landfill Operations.
In this role you will coordinate best practice, efficiency and cost effective operations at both closed and operational landfills as well as an engineering waste recycling facility, in accordance with Environmental Protection Licences (EPL) and Councils Strategic Plans.
This opportunity is offered on a permanent full-time basis.
Duties Will Include But Not Be Limited To
Oversee day to day landfill and recycling operations, including managing staff and contractors and working with engineers for future cell construction
Operate and manage leachate extraction and treatment plants at operational and closed landfill sites
Manage and review of all required reporting, monitoring programs and site surveys
Develop, implement, manage, maintain and review Management Systems, Work Health Safety and Closure Plans and procedures
Comply with all responsibilities and authorities as defined in the Environmental Management Plan as amended from time to time
Implement innovative measures to improve operations; Supervise capital works and organise minor works at sites
Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, licences, guidelines, policies and plans
Preparation, evaluation, implementation and management of quotations, tenders and contracts as required for the future management of all sites
Assist in future planning of all sites including rehabilitation
For a full list of duties, review the position description.
You Will Have
Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or extensive job-related experience.
Current Class C Drivers Licence.
Demonstrated environmental management skills.
Demonstrated understanding of plant operations, construction of landfills and recycling of engineering waste
Experience in the preparation of contract briefs and supervision of projects
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of legislation relating to waste management, environment, local government, Work Health Safety and equal opportunity
Well developed supervisory and organisational skills
Demonstrated experience in budget preparation and management
The salary range for this opportunity starts at $126,229 (Grade J Step 1) + Car Allowance + 12% super.
Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience.
What's in it for you?
Permanent full-time opportunity
Accrued time Off (ATO) – Opportunity to accrue extra leave
Contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.
If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at
Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.
Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.
How to Apply
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Resume
Cover Letter explaining your suitability for the role with demonstrated examples of proficiency claimed
Applications close at 11:59 pm on Sunday, 24 August 2025.
Role details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Government Administration
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