Job Title: Senior Team Leader - Waste and Recycling Truck Drivers
This is a permanent full-time opportunity available with Townsville City Council. We are looking for a qualified and experienced Senior Team Leader to lead and coordinate our large team of Waste and Recycling Truck Drivers.
About the Role:
The successful candidate will ensure the delivery of excellent customer service to the community of Townsville by leading an effective and efficient residential waste and recyclables collection service. This will include service planning, resource allocation, time management, budget management, safety and environmental compliance, recruitment, performance management and managing difficult behaviours.
About You:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual with supervisory experience and/or qualifications in the waste management, resource recovery, transport and logistics or related industry.
The ideal candidate will have:
* Experience in promoting a positive safety culture and adherence to Health Safety Management Systems through visible leadership and exercising due diligence and management of compliance and legislative obligations.
* Experience coordinating staff and resources to ensure tasks are completed in accordance with organisational and regulatory standards, policies and procedures.
* Experience with business management systems required to operate a commercialised waste business unit e.g. vehicle management systems, financial management and budgeting tools, customer service systems.
* Knowledge of operational and statutory requirements in waste collection, treatment, transport and disposal practices used in the industry and the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment is desirable i.e. licensing, tracking, NHVR etc.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to influence positive change.
* Strong problem-solving abilities.
* An HR drivers' licence is desirable but not mandatory.
What We Offer:
Townsville City Council offers a range of benefits including:
* 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
Closing Date: 11:45pm Sunday 30 March 2025.