Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in the west to the Cooloola Coast, gateway to spectacular Fraser Island. Enjoy the rural delights of the picturesque Mary Valley, the gold rush history of Gympie, and the broad western area, home to country festivals and a strong agricultural base. For someone seeking a high quality of life, the region offers a unique opportunity. 

The CBD of Gympie is the central hub to the Gympie region, which is two hours north of Brisbane and in close proximity to the Sunshine and Fraser coasts. Council offices are located in Gympie's town centre close to shopping, cafes and parking.

New Structural Changes and Organisational Review:

Gympie Regional Council is moving forward to embed its new organisational structure, and now is an exciting time to join this local government authority in a pivotal senior leadership role.  Be an integral member of the Senior Leadership Team to drive Council's direction and support corporate goals by acting as a change agent and enabler to achieve new strategies and team cohesion, to strengthen the operational platform of work teams that capitalizes on current and future growth opportunities for Council, while optimizing the experience for our customers.

Manager - Environment and Waste

Remuneration: This position will offer an attractive total remuneration package of between $160K to $170K, and will be negotiated with the successful candidate depending upon qualifications and experience.  The position will be offered on a contract basis for a term of 4 years.

Closing Date: Sunday 27 June 2021 at 11.00pm AEST

No late applications will be accepted.  Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered. 

Role Overview

The purpose of this Senior Management position will be to manage the functional areas of Environment and Waste Services with a focus on continuous improvement to enhance Council’s approach to environmental sustainability.  You will lead the planning, development and renewal of Council’s parks and open space, and manage Council’s commercial and domestic waste management responsibilities.

Key responsibilities 

• Lead and manage a team of professional staff to maintain and enhance the Gympie regions natural environment.
• Protect and enhance the wellbeing of the community through the provision of environmental management, open space planning and asset management, lands protection and waste management.
• Manage the maintenance of Council’s sustainable land use across the Gympie region to reduce Council’s environmental impact.
• Provide high level technical advice on the maintenance and conservation of the natural environment across the Gympie region.
• Develop, implement and maintain council’s monitoring, recording and management of restricted invasive species.
• Implement and maintain Council’s pest management plan/s in line with current legislation.
• Lead the planning, design, development, asset management and levels of service for Council’s open space.
• Develop, implement and maintain a bushfire mitigation and management plan for Council controlled areas across the Gympie region.
• Develop and implement strategies and policies for Council’s commercial and domestic waste management responsibilities.
• Provide accurate technical advice on the management of Council’s landfills, resource recovery and transfer stations.
• Lead Council’s environment and waste education programmes internally and externally with a focus on environmental sustainability.
• Promote and foster a positive team approach to the delivery of timely and accurate assessments, advice and documentation.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with all customers and stakeholders.
• Meet KPIs for position, including management of budget.

Position Description

For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here. 

Who to Contact

For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Adrian Burns, Director - Community Sustainability on 0408 577786 or email adrian.burns@gympie.qld.gov.au

For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Ros McVicar, Advisor - Human Resources on 5481 0646 or email ros.mcvicar@gympie.qld.gov.au