Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council

Team Leader – Central Waste

The Package: $71,944.08 - $79,500.02 gross per annum + 11.5% super. (Evaluated as Grade 9 of the QPRC Salary System 2024) and a guaranteed increase of 3% in 2025-26, plus potential performance-based progression.

Full time – 38 hours per week. 9-day fortnight conditions will apply.

In the waste sector at Council, you’ll be at the forefront of sustainability and essential services — guiding a dedicated team while staying actively involved on the ground. It’s a role where your leadership creates real, everyday impact

In this role you will:

• supervise and support staff to ensure cohesive teamwork and high-quality service delivery.
• manage daily operations, including financial transactions and the operation and maintenance of plant and equipment.
• uphold and contribute to Council’s health, safety, environmental, and quality standards and culture.

We are looking for someone who:

• has relevant qualifications and/or demonstrated experience in a similar leadership role, including the ability to operate and maintain plant equipment.
• can lead, motivate, and supervise staff effectively while meeting community expectations and making the best use of organisational resources.
• communicates clearly and manages time and priorities well to ensure goals are achieved within set timelines.

Working with us: Working for QPRC offers stability, work-life balance, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in your local community. With supportive teams, ongoing development opportunities, and a focus on safety and wellbeing, it’s a great place to build a rewarding career.

If you have any questions relating to the role, please contact:

Toby Browne 

Manager, Waste Services

(02) 6285 6068

or

Josh Hrynko

Coordinator, Waste Services

(02) 6285 6033

Closing date: 9:00am Monday 12 May 2025