Coordinator Resource Recovery

Band 7 position, ranging from $103,212 to $115,494 plus superannuation
- Fixed term (12 months), full-time position with monthly RDO
- Flexible workplace with high performing team culture

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced leader to join Baw Baw Shire's Environment Sustainability team in the role of Coordinator Resource Recovery.

**About Baw Baw Shire Council**

A Baw Baw Shire Council career goes beyond business as usual. You'll find exciting development pathways rich in opportunity. Our thriving and engaged culture-first workplace is built on the passion and talent of people who proudly deliver vital services and exciting projects to a community they care about.

Our organisation comprises of a multicultural workplace of around 400 full-time, part-time and casual employees, all benefiting from great flexibility, work/life sway, study support, health and wellbeing initiatives and ongoing learning and development programs.

At Baw Baw Shire Council, we invite our people to tackle projects that keep them inspired. We encourage the exploration of new ideas. We support the enhancement of building on current skills and developing new ones.

Located adjacent to Melbourne, Baw Baw Shire is one of Victoria's fastest growing municipalities with freeway and V/Line access into Melbourne's CBD and suburbs. This allows easy access to training, seminars and conferences in the city, without diminishing the direct impact that comes from working within a close-knit rural community.

**About the Role**

Reporting to the Manager Environment Sustainability, this position will play an integral role in procuring and delivering Councils waste services and the objectives of Council's Waste Management Plan 2021-25. The position will be responsible for coordination of Council's Resource Recovery team which is responsible for the management and delivery of waste service contracts including, kerbside municipal waste collection, transfer station operations, closed landfill aftercare management, public litter bins, at-call hard waste collection, illegal dumping, and litter prevention and waste education programs.

The position will also be responsible for liaising with waste sector stakeholders in relation to the introduction of new waste reforms identified in the State Government's Recycling Victoria: a new economy Plan and Policy as well as implementing community education campaigns to facilitate the introduction of new or changed waste services.

We are seeking an individual who is passionate about leading and developing a team that makes a difference in the community.
- A degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field, combined with hands-on experience in waste services and management. We're looking for someone with substantial experience that aligns with the role's demands.
- A track record in operations and management within the waste sector, showcasing expertise in resource recovery and a deep understanding of circular economy principles.
- Strong technical know-how of the waste industry, resource recovery, and circular economy principles.
- Excellent communication skills that enable you to convey ideas and strategies effectively.
- Proven experience managing small teams, demonstrating your ability to lead and motivate others.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities, reflecting your capability to inspire and drive success.
- A current driver's licence valid in Victoria.

**Further Information and How To Apply**
- Baw Baw Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and works in the interest of the safety of children and young people. Our recruitment processes reflect this commitment._