Environment & Sustainability - JJ's Waste & Recycling

1 week ago


Laverton North, Australia JJ's Waste & Recycling Full time
  • Hybrid Work Environment | Based in Melbourne | Laverton North
  • Site & Corporate Interactions | Autonomous / National Role 
  • High Performing Team | Champion Environment Excellence across the business
  • Work with Senior-Level Decision Makers | Australian-Owned Company

Everybody knows a JJ’s Truck when they see one . . . our iconic green and gold fleet head out rain or shine for collections in your area.

But did you know we have 23 divisions, 135 sites nationally, employ nearly 3000 people and operate a fleet of over 2300

We do more than collect the bin from your street we also; convert waste into clean energy, divert food waste from landfill and convert to compost, manufacture customised waste management equipment, asbestos removal, refine and recycle oil, manage and maintain our fleet inhouse and have our own bespoke technology systems.

Our teams include Drivers/Operators, Heavy Vehicle Mechanics, Customer Service, Operations, Finance, IT/Digital, Environment, Engineering, Industrial Chemists, Safety, Administration and much more . . .

With so much opportunity, what is your career path?

THE ROLE

Join the team in providing invaluable support for environmental compliance across all areas of our business.  

At JJ’s Waste & Recycling, being a Principal Environment Advisor is about more than just compliance. As a family business with over 90 years in the sector, we’re serious about making informed decisions that champion business excellence. 

You will get the opportunity to work within an exciting and diverse range of operations nationally, including waste collection, transport, hazardous waste aggregation and treatment, composting and soil conditioner manufacturing, land application of organic fertilisers, waste disposal and material recovery facilities. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

On a day-to-day basis, this role will involve:

  • Developing, updating and implementing environmental management systems to ensure compliance is maintained with legislative requirements and the conditions of our regulatory approvals. 
  • Preparing applications and negotiating conditions relevant to environmental approvals to facilitate the establishment of new or expanded facilities or to improve the efficiency of our operations;
  • Conducting regular site reviews to monitor the Company’s compliance with legislative requirements and build the knowledge and capability of our operational teams.
  • Preparing responses to regulatory notices and external audits
  • Investigating and advising on any responses to environmental incidents 
  • Developing corporate communications relating to changes in laws, government policy or processes.
  • Ensuring the business upholds and maintains our core values of integrity, safety and quality service in our work
  • Travel to sites across your region, as required

YOUR EXPERIENCE

Our team members come from a variety of different backgrounds, but ideally you will have some mix of the following:

  • A qualification in Environmental Science, Engineering, Chemistry or Management
  • Proven experience implementing and maintaining environmental compliance frameworks and systems.
  • Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a similar role within the utilities, resource recovery or waste management sector. 
  • Proven experience in the practical application of legislation, standards and codes of practice. 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Willingness to travel nationally on a regular basis. 

BENEFITS

We appreciate there is more to life than work, we provide a variety of work options to ensure the job gets done; with competitive remuneration and a range of benefits, regardless of your role or location including:

  • The stability of a national, Australian family owned and operated business with over 90 years’ experience 
  • Uniform and PPE
  • Work/life balance; 
  • Essential services industry – job stability
  • Full-time, permanent role
  • Hybrid work environment
  • Local depot - 3 locations to choose from in Melbourne
  • The support of an experienced and capable leadership team
  • Introductory and ongoing training 
  • Health-fund discounts
  • Salary sacrificing and novated leasing 
  • Banking partnerships – including financial, budgeting and mortgage advice
  • Discounts at over 100 retailers (including groceries and fuel)
  • Car servicing, parts and accessories discounts – plus new car discounts

NEXT STEPS

Interested applicants should APPLY NOW

Depending on the role, the recruitment process may vary slightly; this may include a phone interview, face-to-face interview, skills-based assessment, pre-employment medical and of course, an opportunity to meet the team.

To view our other vacancies or more information about the role go to: www.jjswaste.com.au/careers 

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Established in 1932, JJ’s Waste & Recycling (formerly J.J. Richards & Sons Pty Ltd) is Australia’s largest, family-owned and operated waste management company.

From humble beginnings as a small family business, our team has grown across Australia, NZ & the US, and we’re passionate about effective waste management.

With a dynamic attitude that values our people, their safety and the environment. We strive for an innovative, collaborative, and high-performance culture that celebrates the contribution of every employee. 

No agencies please, we’ve got this one covered Unsolicited communication will result in the forfeiture of any engagement or partnership.


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