This is a hands‑on leadership position responsible for the safe, compliant and efficient management of waste operations. You will lead a team of operational staff while overseeing day‑to‑day activities, resources, facilities, equipment and regulatory requirements.

This is an excellent chance for an experienced supervisor from a waste management, hazardous materials, industrial, utilities, manufacturing or similarly regulated environment to step into a unique and highly specialised operation.

About the Opportunity

This is a hands‑on leadership position responsible for the safe, compliant and efficient management of waste operations. You will lead a team of operational staff while overseeing day‑to‑day activities, resources, facilities, equipment and regulatory requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced supervisor from a waste management, hazardous materials, industrial, utilities, manufacturing or similarly regulated environment to step into a unique and highly specialised operation.

About the Role

Reporting to the Manager, Waste Operations, you will be responsible for:

- Leading and supporting a team of operational and technical staff
- Coordinating daily work priorities, resources, rosters, leave and timesheets
- Ensuring waste is safely handled, processed, stored and transported
- Maintaining compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, policies and procedures
- Managing operational facilities, plant and equipment
- Identifying operational risks, investigating issues and implementing practical solutions
- Maintaining accurate waste inventory and operational data




- Managing stakeholder expectations and providing practical advice to customers
- Coordinating external waste disposal providers and contractors

About You

Essential Requirements:

- Australian Citizenship is mandatory
- Must be willing to undergo and obtain the required security clearance
- Experience in waste management, hazardous materials, logistics, manufacturing, utilities or another highly regulated environment

Desirable Requirements

- Previous experience supervising an operational, technical or trade‑based team
- A Certificate IV in a relevant discipline or a relevant trade qualification
- Experience operating or overseeing plant, equipment or industrial processes
- Strong people leadership skills, including coaching, performance management and development
- The ability to manage competing priorities and allocate resources effectively
- Strong understanding of safety, risk and compliance requirements
- Experience developing practical solutions to operational and technical issues
- Sound computer skills, SAP and Microsoft Officer highly regarded
- Excellent communication, reporting and problem‑solving skills

At Horner we recognise the value of a diverse workforce and the creation of inclusive workforce cultures. We actively encourage applications from any background.

We provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability - please email ***********@horner.com.au if you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process. Please note that applications or resumes sent to this email address will not be accepted or responded to.

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📌 Radioactive Waste Supervisor (Sutherland Shire Council)
🏢 Horner Recruitment
📍 Sutherland Shire Council