About Us

Join us at Cleanaway and contribute to making a sustainable future possible, together.

We transform waste into resources and renewable energy.  When you start to think of waste as a resource, it opens a world of possibilities.

As a high growth, ASX listed organisation with over 7500 employees, our goal is to be recognised by our customers as the most innovative and sustainable waste management company with industry leading HSE performance.  We are Australia’s largest company in this sector, providing essential services to millions of customers and communities nationally.

 

The Opportunity

Based in Crestmead we are seeking an experienced and driven Operations Manager to lead our Parts Washer operations, supporting the automotive and industrial sector. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on delivering exceptional service, improving operational efficiency, and building a high-performing team.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading day-to-day site operations to meet service and contractual requirements
• Driving operational efficiencies to improve performance, cost outcomes, and customer service
• Ensuring compliance across safety, equipment, licensing, and site standards
• Managing workforce planning, rostering, and resource utilisation
• Managing scheduled service delivery across customer sites
• Monitoring costs, contributing to revenue performance, and reporting operational metrics
• Supporting incident investigations and maintaining strong safety practices
• Leading, developing, and coaching a team to achieve operational and safety goals

  

About You

You’re a customer-focused, self-starting leader who thrives in a hands-on environment and enjoys taking ownership. Confident working independently, you bring experience leading operational teams and are motivated by the opportunity to grow a site and make a measurable impact.

We’re looking for someone from an industrial, manufacturing, or mining background who brings a strong process mindset—able to assess current operations, identify improvement opportunities, and enhance efficiency, compliance, and performance.

What you will bring.

• Proven leadership experience in an operational environment
• Background or exposure to industrial, manufacturing, production, or engineering settings
• Commercial acumen with strong negotiation and influencing skills
• A genuine commitment to safety leadership and continuous improvement
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• A process-driven mindset with the ability to improve and optimise operations

• working relationships with customers and internal and external stakeholders.

This is a great opportunity to take ownership of a growing operation, make a tangible impact, and develop your leadership capability in a dynamic environment.

 

Why join Cleanaway?

• Competitive salary package
• Flexible working arrangements
• Career opportunities in high growth, Australian business
• Supportive and safe work environment
• Paid parental leave
• Great company benefits: Employee share program, company discounts, salary packaging, flu vaccinations, EAP, discounts on private health insurance and more.

 

Our Process

Our recruitment process involves a number of checks including, but not limited to, criminal history, medicals, drug & alcohol testing, as well as verification of qualifications, licences and right-to-work status.

We are dedicated to improving employment outcomes and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.  We also welcome candidates of all ages, abilities, gender identities, experiences (including veterans), and cultural backgrounds.

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us by emailing inclusion@cleanaway.com.au.

Join us on our exciting journey towards a sustainable future.

Simply click the Apply button below or visit https://www.cleanaway.com.au/about-us/careers and let's make a positive impact together.

 

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