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 $11 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 above to hear from our COEX team and why we’re proud to be part of the change.
The Role: As the Equipment Lead, you will manage the end-to-end lifecycle of equipment and infrastructure supporting the container refund scheme across regional QLD. Reporting to the Logistics & Supply Chain Manager, you will work closely with regional providers to ensure safe,
compliant and reliable operations. In the role you will:
- Manage the lifecycle of equipment and infrastructure supporting regional operations.
- Coordinate service providers, including onboarding, performance and compliance.
- Support equipment deployments, installations, commissioning, and maintenance activities.
- Conduct site inspections and support safety, compliance, and operational standards.
- Identify equipment issues and support corrective actions and continuous improvement.
- Maintain accurate asset records and audit ready documentation.
- Provide guidance to operators and providers across regional sites
Who You Are: 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:
- Experience in logistics, equipment operations, infrastructure, or waste‑handling environments.
- Hands on involvement in equipment deployment, installation, or field service coordination.
- Working knowledge of WHS, logistics risk, COR/HVNL, and environmental compliance.
- Strong contractor and stakeholder coordination skills.
- Clear communicator with the ability to translate technical requirements into practical guidance.
- Strong documentation discipline and confidence maintaining asset and service records.
- Ability to work independently across regional and remote locations.
- Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.
- Current QLD driver’s licence, flexibility to travel, and ability to hold required checks
- Ability to obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal history check
COEX has been certified as a Great Place To Work® and recognised by Diversity Council Australia as an Inclusive Employer, reinforcing our dedication to maintaining an inclusive and
supportive organisation. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and equitable workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We encourage applicants from diverse communities including people with disability and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to reach out
if they have questions about the recruitment process or about working with us.
How to Apply: If you’re ready to join one of QLD’s most impactful environmental initiatives, we want to hear from you.
