Team Leader - Waste Facilities

About the position:

This position focuses on the operations, supervision, and development of the City managed Waste Facilities. The role is responsible for the daily operations of the weighbridge and the Bowerbird Shop.

Additionally, the Team Leader – Waste Facilities will oversee and act on any maintenance requirements and operational issues for both facilities, developing operational plans, procedures and implementing the Waste Local Law at the Waste Facilities. The Team Leader will be the main driver in improving operational efficiencies and safe work practices for the Bowerbird and Weighbridge operations.

Key accountabilities:

•  Lead the day-to-day operations of the City managed Waste Facilities, including allocating and prioritising as well as recommending initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiencies and safe work practices.
• To schedule and lead daily toolbox meetings with both Weighbridge and Bowerbird teams, as well as completing regular check-in meetings with all team members. Furthermore, organising team meetings throughout the year and contributing at daily review meetings to update the office team on site operations.
• Ensure high accuracy and correct waste classifications by the team at data entry into the weighbridge point-of-sale system, and compile reports as required on waste and recyclables for relevant regulatory authorities such as but not limited to the Department of Water and
  Environmental Regulation.
• In collaboration with the City’s Corporate Compliance and Safety team manage risks to Council
  and Waste Facility users through regular inspections, review of compliance requirements, risk
  assessments, and review of other relevant safety documentation.
• Lead the Weighbridge and Waste Recovery teams including but not limited to preparing and managing employee rosters, providing on the job training on City’s Waste Facilities procedures and the point-of-sale software.

To gain a better understanding of the role, please call Jessica Felix, Coordinator Waste on (08) 9956 6963.

Position requirements:

The successful applicant will ideally hold a Degree in Business Management or Environmental Science or lesser qualification with significant experience. Furthermore, demonstrated ability to lead a team
and its functions is a must. Sound planning, time management, and strong communication and computer skills are highly regarded.

Completion of a pre-employment medical including alcohol and other substances testing is required of all positions at the City.

Remuneration and benefits:

A salary ranging from $84,883 to $95,424 per annum will be offered dependent on knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.

Some of the additional benefits of working for the City include:

• Up to 20.5% Superannuation (with superannuation co-contribution scheme)
• 22 Annual Leave days per annum (pro rata)
• Health & Wellbeing Program
• Flexible working arrangements
• Career opportunities
• Study Assistance
• Centrally located
• Free parking

About the City

Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Geraldton is a thriving regional city at the heart of Australia's Coral Coast. With a growing population of over 41,000 people it offers a wide range of services and activities.

Geraldton is recognised as one of WA's key growth areas and the opportunities in this regional city are plentiful. You can be part of working with us to deliver the best for our community and this region.

The City of Greater Geraldton actively welcomes, includes and values the unique contributions of allpeople in its workplace. The City welcomes applications from all age groups, people with a disability, and those from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer with strong commitment to fitness for work and safety in the workplace.

Interested in applying?

For information on how to apply for this position, visit the City’s website:
www.cgg.wa.gov.au/employment

Applications close 4pm 6 February 2025.