Vacancy Details

Supervisor - Waste and Organics 

  • Permanent Full Time
  • $67,978 per annum + Super

Who Are We?

The Rural City of Wangaratta is a forward-thinking organisation, committed to supporting its staff and providing exceptional services to the community. Situated in the heart of Victoria’s high country, we are surrounded by picturesque landscapes and are well-positioned near major cities, snowfields, and a regional airport.

The Opportunity 

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Supervisor – Waste & Organics Operator to oversee the daily operations of our Bowser East Organics Facility. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about waste management, sustainability, and ensuring the smooth operation of an organics facility. You will play a key role in managing a small team, ensuring compliance with EPA guidelines, and maintaining a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible operation.

Key Responsibilities: 

As the Supervisor – Waste & Organics Operator, your responsibilities will include:

  • Facility Operations: Ensure the organics facility is fully operational during advertised hours and in emergencies, with all equipment and operations running smoothly.
  • Team Leadership: Provide direction and supervision to Waste & Organics Operators, ensuring efficient and safe operations across the site.
  • Contamination Removal: Proactively sort organics, removing contaminants to ensure the highest-quality compost.
  • Compliance and Reporting: Ensure all activities adhere to EPA guidelines and report on operational progress as required.
  • Maintenance: Oversee daily pre-start checks, perform minor repairs, and escalate any major repairs to the Team Leader.
  • Site Cleanliness and Safety: Maintain a clean, safe, and accessible site, ensuring that all internal roads and facilities are up to standard.
  • Customer Interaction: Provide excellent customer service, assisting contractors and the public while ensuring compliance with facility guidelines.

What we are looking for

To thrive in this role, you will have:

  • Experience & Knowledge: A strong understanding of waste management practices and organics operations. Previous experience working with EPA licence conditions is desirable, and experience operating mechanical plant such as loaders and earthmoving equipment is a must.
  • Leadership Skills: Proven ability to supervise and motivate a team, ensuring high performance and safe working conditions.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication, with the ability to liaise effectively with customers and contractors.
  • Problem-Solving & Initiative: Proactive, with the ability to manage operations independently and resolve challenges as they arise.
  • Licensing & Qualifications: A current Heavy Rigid Driver’s Licence, with loader, skid steer, and compactor licences preferred. Knowledge of Microsoft applications and basic computer skills are also required.

Why Work for Rural City of Wangaratta?

Joining our team comes with a variety of exciting benefits, including:

  • Being part of an inclusive, supportive and nurturing team.
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities to support you in achieving your career goals.
  • Flexible employment options to ensure you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
  • Corporate benefits, including flu injections, reduced gym membership, amongst others.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for ongoing mental health and wellbeing support.
  • Christmas closedown period

For further enquiries about this position should be directed to Brian Bowman, Team Leader – Landfill, Organics & Kerbside on 0419 398 612.

Applications close at 3pm on Monday, 23rd December 2024, although the right candidate may be appointed earlier.

Rural City of Wangaratta is a child safe and equal opportunity employer.  Employment applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. In addition, applications for positions that work with children must provide referees who can comment on their experience working with children.  These roles also require a valid Working with Children Check and all roles require a National Criminal History Check. 

When submitting your application, you will need to include:

  • Your current contact details;
  • A cover letter to your application. This document is an introduction to your application and will generally include an outline as to why you have applied for the role;
  • A current resume with a minimum of two current referees;
  • A letter stating how you meet the key selection criteria, providing evidence that clearly demonstrates what you have achieved in relation to the position. It is helpful to use each selection criteria as a heading and then explain how your skills and experience meet that criterion; and
  • Copies of any relevant qualifications or licence.