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 10,000 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

Your new role

We’re looking for two Operations Supervisors to join our team at our North Melbourne branch. This is a 24/7 operation, and we’re seeking two leaders to help keep things running seamlessly, one to cover the morning shift (starting around 6–7am) and one for the afternoon shift (starting around midday). Both roles are Monday to Friday, giving you your weekends to recharge.

You’ll be responsible for coordinating and supporting day-to-day operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and exceptional service delivery. You’ll work closely with your drivers, customers, and internal teams to keep everything running smoothly.

Here’s what your day will look like:

• Coordinating and scheduling 20–25 daily runs, ensuring on-time, compliant operations
• Managing an experienced driver group
• Holding daily conversations with the customer, building strong relationships and maintaining a firm compliance focus
• Leading Toolbox meetings, driver debriefs, and incident management
• Attending council meetings and providing accurate operational reporting
• Managing tipping truck operations and moving fleet vehicles for maintenance or repairs
• Taking a proactive approach to performance management, including leading disciplinary conversations where required
• Delivering a consistent “Safety First – Home Safe” message, with regular Time in Field Assessments
• Identifying opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency

About you

You’re a confident, hands-on leader who knows how to get things done. You take pride in running an organised operation, supporting your team, and driving high standards every day.

What you’ll bring:

• Drive and initiative – you don’t wait to be told what to do; you make things happen
• Experience leading drivers or field-based teams, ideally in transport, waste or logistics
• Strong people leadership skills, with the ability to coach, support, and hold others accountable
• Customer service focus – you know how to build rapport and manage expectations
• A solid understanding of safety and compliance
• Intermediate Excel and Word skills
• Ideally, some exposure to P&L or operational cost management
• HR Licence preferred, but not essential
• Resilience, confidence, and organisation – you stay calm under pressure and lead by example

Why join Cleanaway?

• Competitive Salary Package
• Learning and development opportunities
• Scope for growth within the business
• Employee share program
• Great staff benefits program including novated car leasing and salary sacrificing on work-related purchases, 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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