Responsibilities

• Plan, organise, lead and control the development and execution of landfill strategies, plans and practices, ensuring compliance with Organisational policies and Local Government Acts
• Research, develop, monitor and implement strategies
• Research and develop alternative service delivery methods that improve effectiveness and efficiency
• Promote and implement good Governance and Risk Management policies and procedures
• Ensure that completed work adheres to governance in accordance with legislative, council approved policies and procedures
• Develop and implement financial processes within the Division to prevent and reduce wasteful and fruitless expenditure
• Oversee the preparation of monthly, annual budgets and financial reports
• Ensure Landfill operations are completed in accordance with the approved budgets and plans
• Promote and ensure a Customer Service orientation and satisfaction
• Develop, maintain, and ensure effective people management and relations
• Engage with National and Provincial departments on environmental issues

Job Requirements

• BSc Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or equivalent
• Direct Project experience with post closure plans, landfill operations, maintenance plans, and construction quality assurance
• Project Management experience on large scale landfill construction projects
• Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience in a Civil/Solid Waste or projects