Team Leader Waste Planning and Strategy

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.

*For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.

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
• Embrace a better work-life balance with our Accrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
• 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 brad.gray@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

How to apply:

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply’ button below and create a login using your email address and upload a;

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter explaining your suitability for the role with demonstrated examples of proficiency claimed.

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 recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

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.