Team Leader Circular Economy Service Innovations
- Lead the future of our circular economy and waste and resource recovery services
- Full time or part time permanent opportunity with flexible working options available
- $106K - $119K per annum (dependent on experience) + superannuation
About the team
The Climate and Circular Economy team delivers circular economy outcomes for the municipality, including the implementation of Glen Eira’s Circular Economy Plan 2022-2026 and development of the succeeding plan. The Circular Economy unit includes a Waste and Resource Recovery arm which manages Council’s recycling and waste services.
About the role
Our Team Leader Circular Economy Service Innovations supports the shaping of Glen Eira’s circular economy future. You will lead projects that introduce new waste services and improve resource recovery. You will work on important circular economy and waste innovations such as:
- Ensuring Council’s waste and circular economy services meet the current and future needs of its community.
- Introducing household waste services for large multi-unit dwellings.
- Rollout of a separate glass recycling service.
- Collaborating with Council’s waste service contractors to implement service innovations and circular economy initiatives.
- Introducing new circular economy services or trials to increase access to circular economy services.
Other responsibilities include:
- Delivering action items in the Glen Eira Circular Economy Plan and related strategies.
- Managing the procurement process of contracts, consultants, and contractors.
- Identifying opportunities for innovation, service improvements and improved sustainability outcomes.
About you
You will need strong project management skills and the ability to lead complex initiatives from start to finish. A solid understanding of circular economy principles, waste and resource recovery practices, and how these apply in a local government setting is essential.
The following is also required:
- Knowledge of procurement, budgeting, and contract management.
- Ability to develop operational plans, identify service improvements, and ensure compliance with legislation and policies.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Tertiary qualification in sustainability, project management, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
Not meeting all the requirements for this role? We value diverse experiences for positive community outcomes. If you're excited about the position but don't perfectly align with the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
Pre-employment checks
Progressed candidates must undergo pre-employment screening as a standard procedure which will include:
- Employee Working with Children Check
- New National Police Record Check
- Evidence of right to work in Australia.
Pre-employment checks are not used by Glen Eira City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
Position Description
Position Description - Team Leader Circular Economy Service Innovations - October 2025.pdf
Apply NOW!
All applications must be submitted online by clicking the ‘Apply’ button. As part of your application, you will need to:
- Attach your resume
- Attach a cover letter (no more than one page)
Closing date: Thursday 11th of December at 11.55pm
For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Jennifer Shin Team Leader Circular Economy Strategy, on 9524 3443 or email JShin@gleneira.vic.gov.au
What’s on offer
We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We offer will offer you:
- Hybrid work environment – Average of 3 days in the office (or pro rata)
- Flexible work options
- A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
- Access to paid training and participation in Council’s extensive Learning and Development programs
- Reward and recognition programs
- Comprehensive leave entitlements
- Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure
Working at Glen Eira City Council
The City of Glen Eira is a dynamic municipality located within the southeast metropolitan region of Melbourne, approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD. Council provides a range of services to over 155,000 residents from more than 160 cultural backgrounds and over 16,000 businesses.
Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation. Our 1,370 employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality it services.
Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.
Glen Eira City Council prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer and a child safe organisation. As a Council, we are committed to:
- Providing a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, as well as all our employees.
- Receiving applications from people of all diverse abilities, skills, languages, cultures and backgrounds including: people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
- Reconciliation and supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander aspirations.
If you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and require advice and support with the recruitment process, contact our Aboriginal Community Officer on Aboriginal@gleneira.vic.gov.au
We value the knowledge, skills and talents that all people can share with our workforce and community.
