About the Role
As Team Leader Collections, you will be part of a dynamic team responsible for planning and streamlining waste operations. You will coordinate domestic and commercial waste collection teams to maximise customer service and minimise cost.
* Provide leadership to the team and ensure they have the necessary resources to meet domestic and commercial waste services objectives.
* Monitor and review operations to optimise production and reduce additional costs.
* Liaise with the fleet workshop to maintain the availability of the waste fleet.
* Support in ensuring policies, goals, objectives, and procedures are maintained.
* Ensure safe work practices are followed at all times and vehicles are in safe operational condition.
* Undertake incident investigation and identification, and implement corrective actions.
* Ensure effective onboarding of new drivers to undertake efficient bin collection.
To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate:
* Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced work environment.
* Ability to efficiently operate Microsoft Office Suite and computer systems that support business operations.
* A current C Class Driver's Licence.
* A commitment to our values of safety, wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership.
About the Benefits
This is a permanent full-time role with a competitive salary package and benefits.
* Positive Workplace Culture: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity, and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive.
* Work/Life Balance: Enjoy a supportive approach to work/life balance to maintain your wellbeing while fulfilling your work ambitions.
* Diversity and Inclusion: Work with a diverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision making.
* Learning and Development: Experience ongoing learning, development, and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise, and knowledge of industry trends.
* Health and Wellbeing: Access to discounted gym memberships, employee assistance programs, and special events supporting your physical and mental health.
* Leave Options: Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave, and other leave options.
* Salary Packaging: Tailor various salary packaging options to your needs such as financial advice, income protection insurance, professional memberships, novated leases, and more.
If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.
Please apply online and submit:
* A cover letter describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role.
* A resume including current licences, qualifications, certificates, visa, and relevant experience.
Pre Employment Screening: Successful applicants must agree to provide information for pre-employment screening including referee checks, validation of eligibility to work in Australia, criminal history check, and may include health assessments, validation of qualifications and licences, and other screening checks.
Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer: We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability.