At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to tackle waste issues and promote sustainability in our community.
- Company: Join CBCity, one of the largest councils in NSW, serving diverse communities.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, professional growth, and health programs.
- Other info: Permanent full-time role with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on your community while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in relevant fields or equivalent experience required.
The predicted salary is between 131278 - 131278 $ per year.
Here at CBCity
The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council's in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney.
We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 380,000 residents.
The Role
A rewarding opportunity has presented itself for a dedicated and driven leader to join our Waste Planning and Strategy Team as Team Leader Waste Planning and Strategy.
In this role, you will lead a team that works to prevent illegal dumping and the disposal of bulky waste without a proper booking.
You will oversee programs that identify and address these issues, including enforcement activities when required.
You will also work closely with other internal units to help keep the city clean, safe, and sustainable.
*This opportunity will be offered on a permanent full-time basis
Duties will include but not be limited to
- Review waste services, contracts, performance data, and initiatives to identify current issues, opportunities, and gaps, ensuring effective stakeholder engagement and the collection of accurate data.
- Provide strategic and specialist advice to Council, government agencies, industry, community stakeholders, and internal departments on waste, resource recovery, and related development matters, including the assessment of Development Applications.
- Support the development and implementation of the Clean City program.
- Establish and maintain collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, representing Council in state and local government projects and industry forums.
- Assist in the development, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of Council’s Community Plan, Four Year Delivery Program, Annual Reports, and Quarterly Reviews.
- Lead and manage staff to foster a positive, high-performing workplace culture aligned with Council’s values.
You will have
- A tertiary qualification in project management, Science, Environmental Science or related field and/or commensurate demonstrated experience in lieu of formal qualifications.
- Strong technical knowledge of key municipal waste issues including: understanding existing and emerging waste management processes and technologies; service planning; procurement; and contract development.
- A strong understanding of the interaction between provision of waste services and the development of commercial and residential structures and experience with assessing and responding to waste-related DAs.
- Experience in managing complex projects within a structured reporting framework, on time, to budget and to client satisfaction.
- Demonstrated experience in the implementation of community education and/or behaviour change programs in areas such illegal dumping prevention.
- Experience in leading stakeholder engagement processes and working in collaboration with others to solve complex problems.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
The salary range for this opportunity starts at $131,278 (Grade J, Step 1) + 12% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience
What’s in it for you?
- Permanent full-time opportunity
- Scheduled Day Off
- Contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
- An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
- Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.
- For more information, please contact Brad Gray at
- Applications close at 11:59 pm on Sunday 18 October 2026
CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve.
We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at
Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.
Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.
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Team Leader Waste Planning and Strategy employer: City of Canterbury-Bankstown
The City of Canterbury Bankstown is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and continuous improvement. As a Team Leader in Payroll, you will enjoy the benefits of working in a dynamic environment that values compliance and excellence, while also having access to professional growth opportunities and a collaborative team atmosphere. Located in a vibrant community, this role provides a meaningful chance to contribute to local governance and make a positive impact.
Contact Details:
City of Canterbury-Bankstown Recruitment Team
