Port Macquarie-Hastings Council

Waste Manager

About the Opportunity

At Port Macquarie-Hastings Council, our Waste Services team
plays a vital role in delivering sustainable waste management and resource
recovery services that support the health, wellbeing, and environmental
sustainability of the community. As the region continues to grow, Council is
focused on driving innovation, operational excellence, and long-term
sustainability across its waste operations and infrastructure.

We are looking for a Waste Manager to lead the
delivery of Council’s waste services, oversee operational and contract
performance, and provide strategic and technical leadership across waste
management and resource recovery operations. This role will support the
delivery of safe, compliant, and efficient services while leading a
high-performing team focused on continuous improvement and community outcomes.

On a typical day this role will:

• Lead
  the operational delivery of Council’s waste management and resource
  recovery services, ensuring compliance with legislative, regulatory, and
  environmental requirements.
• Oversee
  waste operations including collection, transfer stations, landfill
  operations, and associated projects to ensure efficient and sustainable
  service delivery.
• Manage
  waste contracts and service providers to achieve required service levels,
  operational performance, and value for money outcomes.
• Provide
  professional engineering and operational advice to support waste
  operations, projects, and service improvements.
• Monitor
  budgets, operational costs, and project delivery to support long-term
  financial sustainability and identify efficiency opportunities.
• Support
  and guide staff through leadership, mentoring, coaching, and performance
  management to foster a positive and high-performing team culture.
• Liaise
  with stakeholders including contractors, government agencies, industry
  representatives, Council staff, and the community to achieve desired
  outcomes.
• Prepare
  reports, environmental documentation, and briefings for Council,
  Committees, and senior leadership.
• Drive
  a strong safety and risk-aware culture, ensuring compliance with WHS
  legislation, environmental obligations, and Council policies.
• Participate
  in after-hours and on-call services where required to support operational
  continuity.

To be successful in the role you will have:

• Degree
  qualifications in Engineering, Environmental Science, or another relevant
  discipline and/or demonstrated experience relevant to the role.
• Proven
  experience within the municipal waste management sector, including waste
  collection, transfer stations, landfill operations, and resource recovery
  services.
• Strong
  leadership experience with the ability to manage, coach, and develop teams
  while driving operational performance and service outcomes.
• Demonstrated
  experience managing operational services, budgets, contracts, and
  achieving KPI and operational plan outcomes.
• Strong
  understanding of WHS legislation, environmental compliance, and risk
  management practices.
• Excellent
  verbal and written communication skills, including report writing and
  stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• Proven
  ability to manage competing priorities, respond to operational challenges,
  and deliver outcomes in a complex environment.
• Current
  Class C Driver Licence and the ability to participate in an after-hours
  on-call roster.

Remuneration
and Benefits

Employment
type: Permanent, full-time role (35 hours per week plus flextime)

Salary: Starting from $129,671.65 to $145,124.67 per year depending on skills and experience
plus 12% super

Allowances: Civil liability and on call allowance

This
role also qualifies for a leaseback vehicle or allowance

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements - hybrid working
  and flexitime
• Discounted gym membership through membership
  to Fitness Passport
• Annual uniform allowance and PPE provided
• Career development opportunities
• Annual salary increase as per the Local
  Government (State) Award 2023 plus annual salary review
• Long service leave after 5 years
• Generous employee assistance program
• Salary packaging options available through
  Salary Packaging Australia and Maxxia
• Recognition through our annual awards ceremony
  celebrating and rewarding staff achievements

Questions?

If you
would like to know more about this opportunity or have any questions about the
role please contact Brent Parker, Group Manager Utilities Operations on 0437 569 005.

Interested
in Applying?

Please
complete the application form below and answer the questions which relate to
the essential requirements found in the position description, then upload a
copy of your resume and cover letter.

You
will find the position description when you apply for the role.

You may
find it helpful to write your response to the questions in a word document then
copy/paste this into the application form once you are ready to submit your
application.

Applications
Close: Sunday the 21st of June 2026 at 11.30pm

Notes:

Suitable candidates may be placed on a talent pool or eligibility list for future identical, or similar positions for a period of 12 months.

Please upload documents in PDF format.

We often ask our preferred applicants to complete pre-employment checks. This may include Reference Checks; National Criminal Police Check; Medical Assessment; Qualification Verification; Working with Children Check Verification.

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