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.

The Opportunity

This is a unique opportunity for a Branch Manager to take charge of a close-knit team at Cleanaway’s Greenacre Resource Recovery site. With a team of over twenty staff, you’ll be fully responsible for the branch’s performance, including P&L management, people leadership, safety compliance, operational excellence, customer engagement, and commodity trading activities. You’ll lead from the front—coaching your team, streamlining processes, and making improvements that enhance productivity, safety, and profitability.

Key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Lead, coach and develop frontline teams, including leading hands, to build capability and accountability.
• Manage full P&L, driving revenue growth and maintaining margin through accurate pricing, quoting, and rebate management.
• Engage with customers regularly, resolving issues and identifying improvements to enhance service and site performance.
• Oversee daily operations, including weighbridge data checks, payroll accuracy, processing KPI review, toolbox talks, and workflow management.
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance, including contractor management, PO receipting, and reviewing contractor SWMS.
• Identify opportunities for operational improvement and implement changes that support efficiency, safety, and customer outcomes.
• Oversee operations staff to maintain high-performance standards and promote a culture of safety and teamwork.

About You

• Demonstrated experience leading operational teams within an industrial, logistics, manufacturing, or operational environment is desirable.
• Proven people leader with the ability to coach, develop and upskill operational teams.
• Safety-focused, with experience managing contractors and compliance requirements.
• Comfortable managing operational systems, reporting and workforce administration.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with a hands-on approach to resolving operational challenges.
• Excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead toolbox talks, engage team members, and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.

Why join Cleanaway? 

• Attractive salary package
• Career development opportunities
• Paid parental leave
• Great company benefits: Annual employee share plan offer, novated leasing, optional flu vaccinations, EAP access, discounts on private health insurance, company discounts + much 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.

All internal applicants will receive a notification within 2 weeks of the closing date of this advertisement.  

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 or visit https://www.cleanaway.com.au/about-us/careers and let's make a positive impact together.

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