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Overview
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Matthew Martin

Newcastle,NSW

Summary

Dedicated and dependable individual with a strong commitment to safety, accuracy, and collaboration. Bringing solid experience in environmental compliance, waste management, and civil construction, I excel at building positive relationships with stakeholders and guiding teams through complex projects with patience and clear communication. Skilled in managing trade waste agreements, landfill operations, and road construction activities while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and workplace health and safety. Known for a thoughtful, steady approach that promotes a safe work environment and consistent project delivery.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Customer Officer

Hunter Water
05.2023 - Current
  • Manage and enforce trade waste agreements, ensuring ongoing compliance with regulatory and operational requirements.
  • Assess and review Water Efficiency Management Plans (WEMPs) for large water users, supporting sustainable usage targets.
  • Monitor and manage potential PFAS contamination risks in wastewater, trade waste, and environmental systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines and supporting safe handling, disposal, and mitigation practices.
  • Oversee tankering operations, verifying compliance with waste transport regulations, documentation, and disposal standards.
  • Review and interpret hydraulic and plumbing plans to ensure alignment with trade waste, backflow prevention, and drainage standards.
  • Monitor and maintain regulatory compliance with environmental laws, industry codes, and water authority policies.
  • Collaborate closely with wastewater network operations teams to assess network impacts, address blockages, monitor illegal discharges, and ensure asset protection.
  • Liaise with internal teams, commercial customers, contractors, and regulatory stakeholders to resolve compliance issues and coordinate approvals.
  • Prepare and maintain detailed compliance reports, audit documentation, and performance summaries to support business reporting and regulatory submissions.

Waste Management Supervisor

Cessnock City Council
10.2018 - 05.2023
  • Oversaw daily landfill activities including waste reception, compaction, daily cover application, traffic flow, and equipment utilisation.
  • Ensured full compliance with EPA licensing requirements including waste tracking, gas monitoring, leachate system oversight, and regulatory reporting.
  • Delivered daily toolbox talks, managed incident reporting, conducted site risk assessments, and upheld WHS protocols per legislation.
  • Maintained and implemented Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) for all high-risk tasks; ensured team and contractor compliance.
  • Coordinated site emergency response planning, drills, fire safety controls, spill response, and environmental hazard mitigation.
  • Acted as primary liaison for EPA officers, local councilors, contractors, and community members regarding compliance and audits.
  • Supervised plant operators and support staff, facilitated onboarding and refresher training, and ensured competency in landfill procedures.
  • Identify, assess, and manage asbestos-containing materials in accordance with WHS regulations, ensuring safe handling, removal, and disposal procedures are followed to minimise health risks and ensure site compliance.
  • Maintained daily waste logs, weighbridge reconciliations, compliance registers, and EPA-mandated records; contributed to internal performance reviews.

Field Supervisor – Road Construction

Newcastle City Council
01.2014 - 10.2018
  • Supervised excavation, base preparation, and asphalt overlay to repair and rehabilitate pavements.
  • Managed asphalt paving operations including surface preparation, compaction, and quality assurance.
  • Oversaw formwork installation, concrete pouring, finishing, and curing for kerbs, footpaths, and slabs.
  • Directed trenching, pipe laying, pit construction, and backfilling according to engineering specifications.
  • Coordinated clearing, trimming, planting, and erosion control activities for roadside safety.
  • Led crews and subcontractors, enforced WHS protocols, conducted risk assessments, and managed traffic control.
  • Interpreted plans, scheduled resources, managed equipment, and maintained communication with stakeholders.
  • Maintained daily job logs, progress reports, and compliance records to support project delivery.

Skills

  • Environmental & Regulatory Compliance
  • Waste Management & Landfill Operations
  • Wastewater management
  • Civil Construction & Site Supervision
  • Workplace Health & Safety (WHS)
  • Stakeholder & Contractor Engagement
  • Project & Team Leadership
  • Project management
  • Technical Reporting & Documentation
  • Communication & Conflict Resolution
  • Customer feedback evaluation
  • Customer complaint resolution

Certification

Experience-Based Strength: Practical experience and deep industry knowledge serve as a strong foundation, with a willingness to obtain formal qualifications as needed.

Timeline

Business Customer Officer

Hunter Water
05.2023 - Current

Waste Management Supervisor

Cessnock City Council
10.2018 - 05.2023

Field Supervisor – Road Construction

Newcastle City Council
01.2014 - 10.2018

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