Assistant Director: Waste Management (MN3591/23) at Midvaal Local Municipality

REQUIREMENTS:

• Relevant B Degree or BTech in Waste Management or Environmental Management.
• IWMSA registration certification will be an added advantage.
• Valid driver's license.
• Meet MFMA minimum competency requirements or qualify for dispensation. 
• Computer literate (MSWord/Excel/PowerPoint)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven management skills including analytical thinking, empowerment, adaptable, leadership, presentation skills, conflict, stress management and negotiation skills. 
• Project management and financial management skills and experience.
• Knowledge of landfill site and transfer station management as per legislative requirements.
• Knowledge of plant/equipment and fleet/asset management.
• Competent in the interpretation, implementation and enforcement of relevant legislation and applicable policies/regulations. 
• 3 to 5 years' relevant experience related to waste and/or environmental management of which 2 years have to be at senior management level. 

DUTIES:

• Management of waste management for the Midvaal area.
• Ensure compliance to applicable legislation regarding landfill sites/transfer stations and waste/environmental management.
• Ensure execution of operational functions of the waste management section in accordance with applicable legislation:
• Proper workflow planning, resource allocation for daily operations/collections/disposal of waste.
• Adhere to operational schedules for collection and disposal of waste to ensure service delivery demands are met.
• Monitor performance of contractors appointed for waste management services, to maintain service standards.
• Project and financial management within the section.
• Ensure safety, efficiency and productivity of staff.
• Asset management and personnel administration of section.
• Ensure that complaints are mitigated through customer service, problem soling and dispute resolution.
• Perform any other related ad hoc tasks/duties as required by management from time-to-time.