Branch Manager Waste and Recycling Services

Job No: BDBRC1331
Location: Bundaberg
Salary: $176,701 per annum + super + motor vehicle allowance + leave loading
Term: Full-time Temporary Contract (4-year term)
Branch: Waste and Recycling Services
Directorate: Infrastructure Operations & Delivery
Bundaberg Region

About Us

At Bundaberg Regional Council, we are dedicated to building a vibrant and sustainable future for our community. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets can thrive. Whether delivering essential services or driving innovative projects, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. By joining us, you’ll become part of an organisation that values your contributions, supports your growth, and empowers you to help shape a better future for everyone. 

Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia, the Bundaberg Region is one of Australia’s fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence, pristine waterways, and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that nature’s palette can create. 

What We Offer

• An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Uniform allowance
• Wellbeing and mental health support programs, including access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to support your career growth
• Thrive in a workplace that prioritises a healthy work-life balance within a supportive and friendly team
• Be part of an inclusive and diverse culture where every team member is valued

Discover more about working at Bundaberg Regional Council and the benefits we offer our employees by clicking here.

About The Opportunity

We’re looking for a strategic, community-minded leader to shape the future of waste and recycling services in our region. This role is central to how Council delivers essential environmental and public health services for the Bundaberg community, today and into the future.

As Branch Manager, you’ll:

• Lead the strategic and operational delivery of waste, recycling, and environmental and public health services.
• Drive initiatives that reduce landfill and promote circular economy outcomes
• Build strategic partnerships and identify commercial opportunities that strengthen Council’s sustainability goals
• Provide strategic leadership and trusted advice to Council, elected members and staff
• Provide steady leadership as the Branch navigates evolving sector priorities and future change

This is a unique opportunity to lead a passionate team in a high-impact, high-visibility leadership role

About You

You are a confident and values-driven leader who brings:

• Tertiary qualifications in environmental health, waste management or a related field, or equivalent industry experience
• In-depth understanding of Queensland’s legislative and policy environment in waste and environmental services
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead through change and cultivate a positive culture
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex budgets, deliver results, and engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• A collaborative mindset with a track record in building partnerships and driving innovation in service delivery

To view the Position Description for this role, please click here.

The Selection Process

We encourage candidates to advise us of any accommodations they may need to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience throughout our recruitment process and work environment. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

We celebrate our community's rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve. We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued, respected and supported to achieve their potential.

The preferred candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check and further pre-employment screening as part of the recruitment process.

How to Apply

To apply, submit your application online by clicking the “Apply” button. Please include:

1. A current resume
2. A cover letter addressing the “About You” section

For enquiries, please contact careers@bundaberg.qld.gov.au or 1300 883 699. Please quote job reference BDBRC1331. 

Applications close on Sunday, 13 July 2025 at 11:30 pm AEST.

The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on the application close date, whichever is sooner.

Thank you for your interest in this position. To explore all our current opportunities, visit our Careers with Council webpage. We look forward to receiving your application.