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Job Title


Waste Services Team Leader


Company : Careers at Council


Location : Woollahra, New South Wales


Created : 2026-02-07


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

LocationDouble Bay, New South WalesAlexandriaSalary and Allowances$68,605.73 to $80,249.65 p.a. + super and allowances of $21,215.36 p.a.Ability to earn an additional allowance of up to $13,186.43 p.a.Work HoursMonday to Friday from 5:00am.Position OverviewAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, reliable and enthusiastic employee to lead one of our Waste Services teams at Woollahra Council on a permanent fulltime basis. This is a great professional development opportunity to further your skills and experience in Waste Services.ResponsibilitiesLead and supervise a small team of waste collectors.Carry out waste collection duties when required, such as bin collection, emptying and replacement, in accordance with Council work and safety standards and as directed.Operate all necessary plant and equipment, such as mechanical bin lifters, to achieve job objectives.Respond to service complaints and action requests as directed.Provide the Waste Services Coordinator with accurate daily records of works requested and completed.Identify and report promptly to the Waste Services Coordinator any observed potential hazards on Council property, infrastructure or open space.Comply with the responsibilities of a driver in operating and maintaining a Council vehicle as set out in Council''s Safe Driving & Fleet Management Policy Objective.Essential CriteriaDemonstrated ability to lead and supervise a Waste Collection Team.Demonstrated commitment to WHS in the workplace and practical application of safe working procedures.Ability to work varied hours including early starts.Proven reliability and commitment to Council''s values.Demonstrated experience and ability to work cooperatively as part of a team.Welldeveloped interpersonal and communication skills.Demonstrated customer service skills.HR Driving Licence with an outstanding record.At least two years of truck driving experience with an outstanding record.Physical ability to perform general labouring duties as outlined in section 7 of the Position Description.Desirable CriteriaExperience in the use of Council''s IT programs including CRM software I Concierge and HR Central.How To ApplySubmit applications via email to [email protected] copy applications may be addressed to: Human Resources, Woollahra Municipal Council, PO Box 61, Double Bay NSW 1360.For further information on how to apply, please refer to the application guidelines on our website, that do not address the criteria or include a resume may not be considered.Closing Date11:59pm, Sunday 1 February 2025.We ValueRespect for people.Integrity and excellent performance.Professional, quality service.Open, accountable communication.Equal Opportunity EmployerWoollahra Council is committed to responding to its responsibilities under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 in undertaking all measures that are reasonably practical to ensure the health and safety of all our workers.Woollahra Council is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.We are committed to reconciliation and strongly encourage all applicants, including, but not limited to, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, young people, mature aged workers, LGBTIQ and other minority groups to apply.If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.Apply for this role #J-18808-Ljbffr