Coordinator Resource Recovery & Waste Services

At Yass Valley Council, we’re committed to empowering our team to thrive while contributing to the growth and well-being of our region. We’re looking for a dedicated individual to lead the Resource Recovery & Waste team.

Your Role

In this dynamic role, you’ll be at the forefront to:

• Coordinate operations of multiple transfer station locations within the Yass Valley.
• Coordinate collection of kerbside domestic waste/recycling and commercial waste.
• Coordination of staff, management of staff rostering, programming works, staff training, ensuring that the waste delivery department operate effectively, efficiently and safely.
• Responsible for co-ordinating and negotiating with recycling and other contractors involved with the Waste Management functions of Council.
• Responsible for operational equipment, machinery and vehicles within the waste function of Council, ensuring they are regularly serviced, presentable and safe to operate.
• Ensuring Council’s compliance with all relevant legislation (including safety, quality, and environment) with a focus towards achieving Best Practice Performance of waste and resource recovery infrastructure.
• Undertake complex problem solving and negotiate positive outcomes to ensure technical, regulatory and contractual compliance.
• Liaise and consult with the community and stakeholders on waste management proposals and issues.
• Research issues associated with new waste and other environment initiatives and assist with developing sustainable waste management initiatives and projects plans.
• Establish productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, professional groups, government departments and authorities whose activities have significance for Council’s operations in the area of waste management and education.
• Provide advice and recommendations on the continuous improvement of the resource recovery and waste management program.
• Management of the waste services operational budget in conjunction with the Manager Facility & Waste Assets and Manager of Maintenance Delivery.
• Actively participate in the continuous improvement in process, performance, safety and quality ensuring compliance with WHS policies and procedures.

Your Working Environment (for eligible employees)

• A 35-hour working week, over a 9-day fortnight
• Access to 6.5 weeks long service leave after 5 years
• 4 weeks paid annual leave
• Access to 3 weeks sick leave per year, cumulative where unused
• Access to 2 health and wellbeing days (taken from sick leave entitlements)
• Guaranteed salary increase of 3% in July 2025
• Superannuation increase of 0.5% in July 2025

Your Career Growth

• A supportive environment and collaborative team to assist you to reach your career goals
• Opportunities for temporary transfers and higher duties arrangements
• Education assistance program and targeted learning
• Career growth through internal job opportunities
• Job security in a Local Government position
• Access to e-learning platforms and other development opportunities

Your Wellbeing

•  An inclusive culture where all our people are valued and EEO, diversity and differences are respected.
• Health & Wellbeing program - annual flu vaccinations and injury prevention program.
• Access to confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) service for you and your family.

Why Join Yass Valley Council

At Yass Valley Council, we don’t just offer jobs – we build careers. As part of a progressive Local Government team, your work will make a tangible difference in the lives of our residents and the future in our region. Join a workplace that values collaboration, innovation and your personal growth.