38 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Located at West Nowra Recycling Depot
Leaseback vehicle available
About the Role
The Coordinator - Operations & Logistics is responsible for coordinating the safe, efficient and compliant operation of Council's waste facilities and logistics services. The role leads employees and contractors, manages operational resources and assets, and ensures reliable service delivery to the community. This includes:
Lead, develop and support supervisors and operational employees to deliver safe, effective and customer focused services.
Promote and maintain a positive safety culture across the operation.
Monitor and report on operational performance, service levels and business outcomes
Identify opportunities to improve asset utilisation, operational efficiency and service reliability
Being available to be on-call and complete reasonable overtime is a requirement of this position.
The advertised salary is based on the grade of the position, comprising of 4 steps within the range shown. The starting salary is at Step 1 within the grade. Progression through the salary steps shall be based upon the achievement of performance objectives relating to the position.
About You
To be successful in the position, you will have:
Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in management, engineering, logistics, construction, operations management or a related discipline.
Demonstrated experience leading operational teams in a complex service delivery environment.
Experience managing safety, operational performance, resources and compliance obligations.
Current Class C Driver's Licence.
Hold or be willing to obtain a SafeWork NSW Construction Induction Card (White Card).
Proof of Australian residency or citizenship, or authority to work in Australia (visa)
We are seeking a proactive and hands on leader with robust operational, logistics, and people management skills. The ideal candidate will be safety focused, organised, and able to coordinate staff,



contractors, assets, and resources to deliver efficient and compliant waste services. They will be a collaborative team player who can solve problems, manage competing priorities, and contribute to a positive and productive team culture.
Applications Close
Thursday, 19 November **** (at midnight)
If you have any questions about this role, please contact
James Allen - Sustainability & Resource Recovery Manager - ******** ***
Why Work with Us
The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.
Benefits include:
Generous leave entitlements
Long Service Leave after 5 years
Option of flexitime for indoor staff
9-day fortnight for outdoor staff
Flexible and remote working arrangements
Novated lease arrangements available
Opportunities for professional development and training
Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance
NSW Welcome Experience
Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies
Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices, and encourage applicants living with a disability to request reasonable adjustments. As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and safety of all children and young people.
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📌 Coordinator (Operations & Logistics) (Nowra)
🏢 Shoalhaven City Council
📍 Nowra