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General Manager - Waste Management And Minimisation, Invercargill City

Last update 2025-02-16
Expires 2025-03-16
ID #1910621427
Free
General Manager - Waste Management And Minimisation, Invercargill City
New Zealand, Southland, Southland,
Modified November 3, 2023

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An insights-led roleDrive progress within the region's waste management and minimisation servicesFacilitate change and the implementation of strategy.About the organisationWasteNet Southland is a shared solid waste service for the Gore District Council, Invercargill City Council and Southland District Council. Their mission is to provide the co-ordinated delivery of solid waste services within Southland in line with their sustainability goals. Their focus is on working towards zero waste through effective education, waste prevention, minimisation and resource stewardship.The WasteNet Governance Group has created a new opportunity for a General Manager – Waste Management and Minimisation to lead and co-ordinate waste management and minimization services for the Southland region. This is pivotal role and one that will provide insights from the wider industry, creating solution-focused programmes for their future operation.Champion this collaborative effort in facilitating Southland’s sustainability vision.About the opportunityThe General Manager – Waste Management and Minimisation provides the key link between the WasteNet Governance Group and the Councils. As General Manager – Waste Management and Minimisation you will drive strategic direction, facilitate change, and ensure overall alignment of WasteNet operations.Core accountabilities of this role include:Identifying trends, innovations, and improvements to support policy decisions and achieve strategic goals.Coach and motivate team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture.Ensure effective financial management in accordance with Council guidelines.Serve as WasteNet's expert on solid waste and waste minimization services.Reporting to, and participating in, WasteNet Governance meetings.Building professional relationships within Councils and the wider industry.About youWith a relevant tertiary qualification, and industry background you will have proven experience in achieving and managing outcomes through working with external contracting partners within a local government setting. Your leadership and influencing skills, will be complimented by your ability to foster effective working relationships and navigate competing political wills to arrive at consensus outcomes. With an in-depth understanding of global and national trends you will have the ability to navigate industry change, and your progressive mindset will identify new opportunities for the region. A strong communicator, accompanied with commercial acumen will see you successfully drive this critical pillar within Southland’s sustainability framework.About the locationWaihōpai Invercargill, New Zealand’s southernmost city, lies in the heart of Southland. With plenty of character and a thriving community focused on development, the city has much to offer. It is renowned for being a great place for families, offers affordable housing, great schooling options, and excellent facilities, combined with an easy commute to work!The role is based in Invercargill, with remote work a strong potential.How to

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Job type: Full time
Contract type: Permanent
Salary type: Monthly
Occupation: General manager - waste management and minimisation

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