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

About the job:

Operations Manager – Make an Impact with Cleanaway

Are you a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, team-focused environment? Ready to take the next step and make your mark with Australia’s leading waste management company?

At Cleanaway, we’re driven by a shared purpose, making a sustainable future possible. We’re proud to deliver exceptional service, innovation, and safety across everything we do. Now, we’re looking for an Operations Manager who shares our passion for excellence and can lead a high-performing team to even greater success.

What you’ll do:

• Lead and support a small but mighty team, including drivers, admin, and sales.
• Build strong relationships with our key customer and deliver exceptional service every day.
• Drive a safety-first culture, ensuring everyone goes home safely, every day.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve productivity, streamline operations, and meet performance targets.
• Track and analyse operational performance, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and resources effectively.
• Be the go-to problem solver for any escalations, quick thinking and calm under pressure.

About you:

We need someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys collaborating with others to achieve common goals. Additionally, we are looking for someone who shares our values and is committed to making a positive impact in everything they do.

Skills and experience required:

• Proven experience managing teams in an operational enviroment.
• A current driver’s licence.
• A strong safety mindset, you lead by example.
• Experience in the waste management, logistics, or similar operational environment.
• Confident with systems and the MS Office suite.
• Strong collaboration skills, you work well across teams and departments.
• A practical, solutions-focused approach, you get things done.

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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