Service Manager Waste and Fleet Services

Job Description

Make an impact at the City of Cockburn. The City of Cockburn has an exciting future and is committed to delivering outstanding service and achieving our vision of being the best place to be . To support this, we’ve strengthened our ‘one team’ leadership approach and enhanced leadership roles to better serve our community’s needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Service Manager Waste and Fleet Services to drive this transformation and play a key role in shaping the future of our city.If you are: A natural leader Passionate about sustainability and community Inspiring and motivating Values focused Strategic A great communicator. The City As one of the major coastal cities in Western Australia, Cockburn has it all. With a current population of over 120,000, the city offers an incredible coastline, beautiful beaches and parks, and a growing list of community facilities and employment opportunities.Our vision of Cockburn, the best place to be helps to shape everything we do, with a focus on delivering for our changing and expanding community. With 24 suburbs, a long history and an exciting future, you’re invited to be part of it all.About The Position The City is dedicated to its environmental responsibilities and takes pride in being a leader in sustainable management of our local natural areas and resources. Our Henderson Waste Recovery Park plays a key role in fulfilling this commitment.This role involves overseeing the City’s waste collection service along with the Henderson Waste Recovery Park operations, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, contractor management and adherence to work health and safety standards.Additionally, the role includes overseeing the development of the fleet renewal program and the ongoing management of the City’s vehicle fleet.About You You will have a natural leadership style, be an excellent communicator, and be skilled in fleet and waste management in a complex organisation. You need to be able to make tough decisions and handle complex and time-critical tasks effectively.You are a forward thinker with the ability to influence, engage, and collaborate effectively with key stakeholders and provide expert advice, guidance, education, and recommendations to senior leadership in the areas of waste and fleet management services.Salary And Benefits A competitive remuneration package commencing at $179,000 per annum will be offered dependent on skills, knowledge, experience, and qualifications.We’re offering a range of great benefits:Generous superannuation (up to 15.5 per cent) Professional development opportunities Cockburn ARC membership How To Apply Please read the attached position description and selection criteria for a full understanding of the role before applying. Then click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button on the City’s webpage ( and complete the online application.Please prepare a detailed cover letter addressing how your experience, skills, and behaviours make you the best person for the role. Don’t forget to attach your current resume.Closing date: Monday 24 March 2025 at 5pm. Further information Lou Vieira, Group Manager Parks, Fleet and Waste on 9411 3493 The City of Cockburn reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to the closing date.The City of Cockburn is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people of all ages, and people with disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr