Executive Director, Waste and Enforcement Services

We're Hiring for the Department of Environment and Science

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About the Opportunity - Executive Director, Waste and Enforcement Services

The Executive Director of Waste and Enforcement Services' responsibilities are crucial in promoting environmental management in Queensland by providing strategic waste assessment that meets regulatory requirements. In addition, you will be responsible for building a strategic network across the division, department, and sector to ensure the successful delivery of programs and services.


The role will also be responsible for developing and implementing service delivery priorities, strategies and programs in short, medium and long-term timeframes to meet the diverse needs of key business partners and communities. Position Infor

About the Department of Environment and Science

The Department of Environment and Science recognises the enormous value a clean environment, innovative society and economy, and vibrant culture contributes to our lives.


As a diverse organisation, the department brings together key areas of work to achieve our objectives for a better Queensland.


By being effective leaders and partners in managing, protecting and restoring Queensland’s natural environment and heritage, we help ensure the health and prosperity of current and future generations.

Vision

The vision of the Department of Environment and Science is to ensure one of the world’s most diverse natural environments is maintained for the health and prosperity of current and future generations. We aim to be effective leaders and partners in managing, protecting and restoring Queensland’s natural environment and heritage.

Values

  • Customers first
  • Ideas into action
  • Unleash potential
  • Be courageous
  • Empower people
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Gerard Kerr, General Manager Executive Search & Selection

Gerard Kerr is Co-Founder and General Manager of Executive Search and Selection at Kingston Human Capital.


With more than 20 years of experience in recruitment, Gerard has deep networks and extensive expertise managing complex search and selection projects across a range of sectors including local state and federal government, statutory authorities, government-owned corporations and ASX-listed companies.


Gerard’s approach to executive recruitment involves a deep dive into every organisation he works with. He spends extensive time inside each organisation, speaking with multiple stakeholders in order to build a comprehensive picture of not only the skills and experience required but also the right behavioural match.

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