Company Description
This position sits within the Infrastructure and Assets Group who, from planning to maintenance, are dedicated to delivering resilient infrastructure and services that enrich lives today and ensure a thriving future for our community.
Job Title
Senior Trade Waste Officer
Key Responsibilities
- Support the team leader to work with participating Councils’ compliance teams to develop processes and ensure ongoing adherence to compliance reporting and follow-up actions.
- Support the team leader to ensure the Trade Waste team are appropriately trained and approved to carry out the functions and exercise the powers of an ‘Enforcement Officer’ (Authorised Officer) as provided for under the Local Government Act 2002 and Resource Management Act 1991.
- Actively foster and maintain key stakeholder and customer relationships across the participating Councils and with external parties.
- Mentor the trade waste team, utilizing significant technical expertise in trade waste management to ensure best practices.
- Respond to complex customer enquiries and provide exceptional customer service.
- Take appropriate actions to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements outlined in Council Bylaws, policies and management plans.
- Ensure recovery of all fees and charges associated with the delivery of Trade Waste services.
Qualifications
Good scientific knowledge of wastewater processes.At least 7 years’ experience in complex trade waste management.Varied experience in the implementation of consents, plans, policies and Bylaws.Proficient in Office management systems.Current and clean ‘Full’ driver’s license.Strong analytical and written skills.Maintains confidentiality and exercises judgement and discretion.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Effective team player.Experience mentoring and building technical expertise in teams.Can‑do attitude.High attention to detail.Proactive self‑starter.Strong time management.Tertiary qualification preferably in Science or Engineering.Local authority experience.Industrial environment experience.Working knowledge of the Resource Management Act (RMA).Salary
Circa $100k dependent on skills and experience.
Benefits
Flexible working policy.Opportunities for professional development.Two Wellbeing days per year.Free health insurance through Unimed including hospital / surgery cover and discounted membership rates for family.Free annual health checks and flu vaccination.Ability to purchase additional annual leave.Reimbursement for eye testing / glasses.Discounted purchases from local businesses, gym memberships, cafes, dentists, hairdressers, and more.Application Process
View the position description, click apply, and complete your application. If you wish to include a cover letter, combine it with your resume and upload as a PDF file.
Applications close on 04 / 12 / 2025.
EEO Statement
Council is committed to honouring the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi / Treaty of Waitangi through its relationship with Kiingitanga, Waikato Tainui, mana whenua and maataa waka within Hamilton Kirikiriroa. All candidates will be notified of the outcome via email. Short‑listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks and a criminal check. Further background checking will be required when relevant to the role.
It is important to us that we support you throughout our selection process (interview and assessments). If you have any access needs during this process, let us know in advance so we can make sure these are met.
As a council, we believe in creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and belongs. We value inclusiveness (Kotahitanga) – we respect and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that everyone brings.
This role is being sourced directly. If Hamilton City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our panel of selected agencies. Hamilton City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to unsolicited contact.
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