Edward O’Brien
Springwood,NSW
Summary
Dynamic Team Leader with Blue Mountain City Council, adept at navigating regulatory changes and enhancing recycling processes. Proven ability to mentor new employees and resolve issues effectively, fostering a collaborative environment. Skilled in documentation and reporting, ensuring compliance while driving team productivity and customer satisfaction.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader - Bulky Waste
Blue Mountain City Council
Springwood
01.2008 - Current
- I have worked with the Blue Mountain City Council in Waste Management, doing Kerbside Bulky Waste and Chipping services.
- The jobs require working in a team environment and working within the communities of the Blue Mountains.
- In 2013, the Bulky Waste/Chipping service changed to a booking service.
- This requires good navigation skills to find the addresses of the houses that are on the run sheet listed each day.
- In 2015, I took over as the lead driver in the bulky waste team, where I manage a crew of 3 to 5 people.
- In 2019, I took the title of Team Leader of the bulk waste crew. It is my job to discuss with the team where we are going, conduct a safety check, and make sure my team is wearing the right PPE every morning before leaving the yard for our first job.
- I am also requiring the induction of new workers around the council yard on how to operate the rear loader garbage truck.
- During my time as team leader of bulk waste, my team has gone through a few new opportunities in recycling more, such as placing fridges in a flatbed truck, as well as e-waste and tires.
- My team and I will also try to take any items that are still good to the waste reuse shed if they are in good condition.
- With the new waste management rules always changing and updating from the government or EPA, it is my responsibility as team leader to lead my team in adapting to these new changes and challenges when they arise.
- I have also learned to use computer skills for my job's requirements, such as managing emails, doing hazard/incident reports, conducting safety checks, performing truck checks, printing out the paperwork for the day, and lodging the completed paperwork at the end of the day.
- While working for the council, I have done a number of other jobs as well, such as being a parks truck driver, emptying town and park/oval bins.
- Deliver bins and repair bins for the local residents.
- Picking up rubbish in the town.
- Traffic control.
- Help with other council workers in other sections with clearing footpaths, blocking drains, and trimming trees.
- Operate a woodchipper.
- Driving small tipper trucks, sometimes towing a wood chipper.
- Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Motivated and empowered team members to build customer satisfaction and loyalty to support retention and growth.
- Participated in regular meetings with senior leadership to provide updates on team progress.
- Monitored daily workflow to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Established clear expectations for employees, providing guidance when needed.
- Resolved customer complaints in an effective manner while maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic and provided exceptional customer service.
- Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Completed daily quality assurance duties to provide feedback for improvements.
- Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures to prevent injuries.
- Maintained daily inventory to facilitate successful material distribution.
- Analysed data from various sources to identify areas of improvement in the department's operations.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in all team activities.
Delivery Driver
Blue Mountain Gazette
Springwood
01.1997 - 12.2001
- Deliver the local Gazette paper to the local resident.
- It was a group family job?
- I used to walk around some neighborhood delivering the paper, but eventually did it by car. Where my mom drove the car, and I threw the paper out the window.
Education
Certificate 3 Asset Maintenance - Asset Maintenance - Waste Management
TAFE NSW Orange
NSW01-2013
Information Technology certificate 2 - Information Technology
TAFE
Wentworth Falls, NSW01.2006
Computer, A First Course certificate - Information Technology
TAFE NSW
NSW06-2004
Bar and Waitress short course -
TAFE
01.2004
High School Certificate -
Springwood High School
Springwood, NSW12-2003
Some College (No Degree) - Landscape And Garden Design
Ulleo
Melbourne, VICSkills
- Teamwork
- Navigation skills
- Computer skills for managing emails and reports
- Adaptability to changing regulations
- Recycling processes
- Regulatory compliance
- Problem solving
- Mentoring new employees
- Deadline management
- Risk management
- Safety
- Verbal and written communication
- Issue resolution
- Flexible schedule
- Workflow management
- Documentation and reporting
- Work planning
- Overtime management
- SOP adherence
References
- Daniel Clink, Supervisor of the Bulky Waste, +61 448391244
- Claire Mejinderts, Organiser of Camp 4 Kids, +61 0431634606
Hobbies and Interests
- Soccer
- Athletics (long distance running)
- Adventure racing
- Volunteering for children's church camp
Availability
Available for interview any day.
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 06/09/85
Training And Qualifications
- Traffic Control ticket, Blue Mountain City Council, 12/31/22
- Implement traffic control Plans, BMCC, 12/31/22
- Provide First Aid, 12/31/22
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), 12/31/22
- Forklift ticket, 12/31/27
- Asbestos Awareness Training Course, 12/31/15
- HR Class Driver’s Licence, 12/31/14
- White Card, 12/31/08
- Mould and Biological Hazards Awareness Course, 12/31/08
- Foundation Reading and Writing for Adults, 12/31/24
- Confine small workplace emergencies, 12/31/22
Affiliations
Right now, I'm doing an online course in horticulture, which I started back in September 2025, and it is a one-year course
A way to improve my job opportunities in the future and to keep my mind active and educated
Accomplishments
- My local soccer team won the 2024 season
Timeline
Team Leader - Bulky Waste
Blue Mountain City Council
01.2008 - Current
Delivery Driver
Blue Mountain Gazette
01.1997 - 12.2001
Certificate 3 Asset Maintenance - Asset Maintenance - Waste Management
TAFE NSW Orange
Information Technology certificate 2 - Information Technology
TAFE
Computer, A First Course certificate - Information Technology
TAFE NSW
Bar and Waitress short course -
TAFE
High School Certificate -
Springwood High School
Some College (No Degree) - Landscape And Garden Design
Ulleo