Location: Narangba, QLD (North Brisbane / Moreton Bay Region)
A leading local government organisation is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the delivery of key Waste & Resource Recovery projects. This role has a strong focus on landfill operations, leachate management and environmental compliance, making it ideal for someone with demonstrated experience in the waste, environmental or utilities sectors.
This is a hands-on contract position where you'll manage projects from initiation through to completion, working closely with operational teams, contractors and technical stakeholders to deliver practical and compliant outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:
- Manage landfill and waste infrastructure projects from planning through to delivery
- Lead projects focused on leachate management, environmental compliance and operational improvement initiatives
- Develop project plans, schedules, budgets and risk management strategies
- Manage procurement activities and contract administration
- Coordinate contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders
- Monitor project performance and provide regular reporting
- Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget
- Apply agile project management principles where appropriate
About You:
- Demonstrated experience managing landfill, waste, resource recovery or environmental infrastructure projects
- Strong understanding of leachate management systems and environmental compliance requirements
- Proven project management and contract management experience
- Experience managing contractors and external suppliers
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Experience working within local government or a highly regulated environment will be highly regarded
- Relevant qualifications in Engineering, Environmental Science, Project Management or a related discipline
Contract Details:
- 26 Oct 26 - to 28 February 27
- Competitive daily rate of $900 - $1,100 + Super
- 36.25-hour working week
- Monday to Friday schedule
- Opportunity to deliver meaningful environmental outcomes
- Work with one of South East Queensland's largest local governments
Applicants with demonstrated landfill and leachate management experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
