Asset Manager

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Our Values: Be proactive – Value others – Work together
-Contribute positively – Be transparent

About Us: We are the not-for-profit organisation appointed to manage and grow QLD’s Containers for Change refund scheme. Since 2018 we’ve kept over 11 billion containers out of landfill, returning over $1.1 billion in 10c refunds to Queenslanders! From driving sustainability and innovation to creating real impact in communities, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a difference by increasing circularity outcomes and ensuring no container goes to waste.

Watch the video to hear from our COEX team why we’re proud to be part of the change.

As our Asset Manager, you’ll drive operational efficiency and support strategic growth across COEX’s asset portfolio. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you’ll oversee deployment, maintenance, and optimisation of assets, ensuring they are safe, effective, and aligned with COEX’s priorities. This includes leading the implementation of the schemes Asset Ownership approach for new container collections infrastructure and contributing to the rollout of logistics equipment, compaction, and industrial design initiatives.

In the role you will:

• Develop a standardised, modular fleet of collection infrastructure to improve container collections, community impact and efficiency
• Manage asset lifecycle including deployment, redeployment, and decommissioning
• Establish through procurement processes and contract management, preventative maintenance programs, and timely repairs
• Maintain centralised asset registers and enforce compliance with SOPs
• Provide data-driven insights to inform asset planning and continuous improvement
• Act as the central point of contact for all asset-related matters across the scheme

Our values are at the heart of our culture. We’re looking for people who share these and are eager to be part of a team that brings them to life. You share our passion for sustainability and bring:

• 5+ years’ experience in similar operational roles
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills across product, operations, and finance
• Experience in recycling, environmental, logistics, or beverage industries preferred
• Technical expertise in asset lifecycle management and risk compliance
• Strategic mindset with strong problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills
• Flexibility to travel interstate and hold a current QLD driver’s licence
• Eligibility for a Blue Card and ability to maintain a satisfactory criminal history check

COEX has been certified™ by Great Place To Work Australia,a recognition that reflects both the incredible culture and passion our team brings every day.

We are also very proud to have achieved official Inclusive Employer status, awarded by Diversity Council Australia.

How to Apply: If you’re ready to join one of QLD’s most impactful environmental initiatives, we want to hear from you.

If you're passionate about sustainability and want to grow your career with a purpose-led organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

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