The West Daly Regional Council covers 14,000 square kilometres and is located about 300 to 420 kilometres south-west of Darwin. The area is mainly rural, with three Indigenous communities at Peppimenarti, Nganmarriyanga and Wadeye which are managed by West Daly Regional Council (Council).

Council’s vision is to work together to make a difference in the community by creating places that are respectful, peaceful and safe. The mission of Council is to walk alongside culture, country and people to build a stronger community and does it by working together, creating real opportunities and providing services and facilities that everyone can use.

Position Summary

The Team Leader – Waste Services efficiently manages waste services within the Council. Reporting to the Community Services Manager, the Team Leader oversees waste management operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and promoting environmentally sustainable practices.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise waste management operations, sorting, and disposal;
• Ensure compliance with waste management regulations and environmental standards;
• Implement waste management plans to optimise efficiency and minimise environmental impact;
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to promote waste reduction and recycling initiatives;
• Oversee initial waste dumping procedures and provide administrative team with all necessary information to progress to billing;
• Provide leadership and guidance to waste management team members, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement;
• Comply with all Council’s policies and procedures; and
• Any other duties as directed by the Community Services Manager.

About You

To be successful in the role, you must have:

• Current Northern Territory Driver’s Licence;
• Current Working with Children/Ochre Card;
• National Criminal History Check clearance;
• Qualifications in environmental science, waste management, business management or a related field can be advantageous.
• Previous experience in a similar position;
• Ability to work with limited supervision and direction;
• Ability to plan, organise and manage resources efficiently;
• Good reading and writing comprehension;
• Sound knowledge of the principles of Health, Safety & Risk.

Why Join Our Growing Team?

• Generous salary from $73,196 - $78,259 based on experience and qualifications
• 11.5% Superannuation
• A generous relocation package up to $5000 subject to Council Relocation Assistance Policy
• Locality allowance of $3,000 per annum
• Generous leave entitlements including six weeks annual leave
• 1 additional public holiday for NAIDOC day dedicated to Council staff
• Flexible working arrangements subject to CEO's Approval
• Excellent work/life balance giving you the opportunity to explore this iconic region and much more!
• We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander to apply for this role.

WDRC is committed to providing quality services and fostering a prosperous and sustainable future for the region. Join our team and contribute to building strong, safe, and healthy communities.

Important Information

• Only candidates with the right to work in Australia will be considered.
• Applications are assessed on a rolling basis and the suitable applicants may be interviewed as they apply.
• The position may be filled/advertisement may be closed prior to the closing date if the suitable candidate is identified.
• Our recruitment process involves several checks including, but not limited to, criminal history, as well as verification of qualifications, licences and right-to-work status.
• Applications Close: Position open until filled

To apply, please submit your resume online via the "Apply Now" button. Applications submitted by other methods will not be considered.

Please contact our People and Culture team at [email protected] using the subject line: Team Leader - Waste Services - Wadeye enquiry via EthicalJobs for the Position Description or for any further information.