Manager Resource Recovery

2 weeks ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Christchurch City Council Full time
We are looking for a dynamic and passionate person to lead our Resource Recovery team.

This key role leads a team who are responsible for waste minimisation programmes, landfill operations, transfer stations, recycling facilities, kerbside collections and waste education programmes across the region.


The Manager of Resource Recovery is a vital leadership role in developing and delivering on the Council's waste minimisation goals and strategies while managing major contracts for related essential services.

Managing a budget of approximately $40 million, you will demonstrate a high level of commercial acumen and the ability to negotiate with key stakeholders.

You will be responsible for creating and delivering the strategic direction at a local, regional, and national level, drawing on your extensive industry experience to ensure Council is best placed to deliver successful outcomes.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to shape and develop a role to provide the best social, economic, environmental and sustainability outcomes for communities and Council.


To be successful you will have:
years senior management experience, preferably in the waste management industry and associated services

  • 10 years contract management experience with a focus on large service and maintenance contracts
years in leadership and mentoring roles

  • 10 years managing high value, complex projects
  • Extensive strategic relationship management experience
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications such as Bachelors Honours Degree in Business Management/Commerce, Environmental Studies etc.


In return you will have the opportunity to lead an experienced team as well as upskill to meet future demands and growth.

You will get to refine and progress our already successful waste minimisation programmes, while consolidating and growing our services.

This role has a major project focus, like our Organics Processing Plan relocation, and you will get exposure to National industry body associations and representation.

On top of this, Christchurch City Council offers an ongoing commitment to your professional development, flexible working, and a fun, inclusive culture.

Feel like you don't meet every single requirement of the job description?

Additional information:

  • Hours of work_ hours per week
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Location_
  • This position is primarily based at Christchurch City Council Civic Offices 53 Hereford Street

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