Shoalhaven City Council

Coordinator (Resource Recovery)

• Permanent / Full Time
• Salary: $103,766 - $117,851 gross p.a. plus 12% Super
• 38 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
• Located at West Nowra Recycling Depot
• Leaseback vehicle available
• Applications close: Thursday, 19 November 2026 (at midnight)

About the Role

The Coordinator - Resource Recovery is responsible for coordinating the safe, efficient and compliant operation of Council's resource recovery facilities and services. The role leads employees and contractors, manages operational resources and assets, and supports the recovery of valuable materials from the waste stream. This includes:

• Manage workforce planning, performance, training and development activities.
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety and continuous improvement across resource recovery teams
• Identify, assess and manage operational risks and corrective actions
• Coordinate the effective use, maintenance and replacement planning of assets, plant and equipment.

Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.

Being available to be on-call and complete reasonable overtime is a requirement of this position.

The advertised salary is based on the grade of the position, comprising of 4 steps within the range shown. The starting salary is at Step 1 within the grade. Progression through the salary steps shall be based upon the achievement of performance objectives relating to the position.

About You

To be successful in the position, you will have:

• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in management, engineering, construction, operations management or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience leading operational teams within a resource recovery, manufacturing, processing or industrial environment.
• Experience managing safety, operational performance, resources and compliance obligations.
• Current Class C Driver's Licence.
• Hold or be willing to obtain a SafeWork NSW Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• Proof of Australian residency or citizenship, or authority to work in Australia (visa)

We are seeking a proactive and safety focused leader with strong operational and people management skills. The ideal candidate will be organised, solutions focused, and passionate about resource recovery and environmental outcomes. They will be able to lead staff and contractors, manage resources effectively, and work collaboratively with the team to deliver efficient, compliant, and customer focused resource recovery services.

How to Apply

To submit your application, click Apply and complete each step. You will need to upload your resume (and cover letter if required) and answer the application questions, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the job advertisement.

1. At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
2. Please outline how you meet the essential criteria for this position including skills, qualifications, certifications and licenses relevant to this position.
3. Provide an example of how you have improved resource recovery operations, efficiency, or service delivery in a previous role

Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (High Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.

For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Councils website. If you require assistance submitting your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on 02 4429 3253 or 02 4429 5451.

Applications Close: Thursday, 19 November 2026 (at midnight)

If you have any questions about this role, please contact James Allen - Sustainability & Resource Recovery Manager - 0447 889 927

Why Work with Us

The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

Benefits include:

• Generous leave entitlements
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Option of flexitime for indoor staff
• 9-day fortnight for outdoor staff
• Flexible and remote working arrangements
• Novated lease arrangements available
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance
• NSW Welcome Experience

**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies

Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices, and encourage applicants living with a disability to request reasonable adjustments. As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and safety of all children and young people.