Regional Waste and Recycling Manager - NQROC Infrastructure and Operations - Resource Recovery | Management Qualifications: Qualifications in Engineering, Science, or Business Management Why Choose Us Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia.We are committed to creating value by growing Townsville through driving economic diversity and generating an enriching lifestyle.Our organisation provides and maintains close to $9 billion worth of community assets including water and wastewater network and treatment plants, bridges, drainage, roads, waste management, community facilities, sporting venues, and more.We contribute to an active lifestyle for our residents and visitors through events, providing recreational facilities, protecting the natural environment and heritage, while creating a mentally and physically healthy city.We are driving economic diversity and cultivating an enriching lifestyle, growing a city for this and future generations by building a vibrant, sustainable, and innovative city.Council's vision is for Townsville to be a connected, lifestyle-driven, and innovation-focused city while continuing to deliver service excellence and to be led by our community to create an exciting today and future.Our Vision: A globally connected community driven by lifestyle and nature.Our Purpose: Grow Townsville Our Values: Safety, Excellence, Respect, Value, Enjoyment About the Role With support from the Queensland Department of Environment, Science and Innovation (DESI), the North Queensland Regional Organization of Councils (NQROC) is seeking a Regional Waste and Recycling Manager on a full-time fixed-term basis, with the possibility of extension.The primary focus of this role will be to: Support NQROC to deliver a coordinated review, update and implementation of the North Queensland Regional Waste and Resource Recovery Management Plan (the Plan).Facilitate engagement across the five Regional Councils' implementation of the Plan.Facilitate delivery of projects in the Plan, which will contribute to achieving the targets of the QLD Waste Management and Resource Recovery Strategy. This position will sit within Townsville City Council's Resource Recovery offices and work with the NQROC to provide the most economically viable and operationally practical solutions to increase landfill diversion and recycling, encourage economic development, while improving environmental and social outcomes for the region.About You You will be a dynamic leader with relevant tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Science, or Business Management and have at least 10 years of experience managing complex waste management and recycling projects within large organizations and diverse political settings.A postgraduate qualification in a related field is preferred, and candidates should be eligible for memberships in relevant professional associations.The successful applicant will possess extensive technical knowledge of waste management and circularity practices, including waste reduction, reuse, and recycling.A strong grasp of regulatory requirements related to waste and resource recovery services, particularly under the Environmental Protection Act 1994, the Waste Reduction and Recycling Act 2011, and their subordinate legislations.You should have a proven track record in developing and implementing strategic management plans, along with advanced project management skills to handle multiple initiatives effectively.You will also possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to negotiate and present to diverse audiences, and establish and develop productive relationships.How to Apply Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button.Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications, and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role.We also will require your resume and attached copies of any licenses and qualifications as per the key requirements of the role.For further information review the Position Description.Closing Date: 11.45pm, Sunday 10 November 2024.What We Offer 17.5% annual leave loading Up to 5 weeks annual leave Up to 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave 14 weeks paid Parental Leave Domestic and Family Violence Leave Up to 13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members Salary Sacrifice opportunities Learning and Development opportunities Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected gym, pool, and yoga facilities Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses Employee Assistance Program * The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings.We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected.People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact or phone 07 4727 9004 for a confidential discussion.#J-18808-Ljbffr