Operations Supervisor

Who we are:

When you start to think of waste as a resource, it opens up a world of possibilities. Cleanaway is the largest waste management company in Australia providing sustainable waste management solutions to a range of customers including councils, small businesses, large corporate entities and government agencies to provide sustainable waste management solutions.

The Opportunity

Operations Supervisor – Supporting the Containers for Change scheme

Location: Ballarat VIC

We’re seeking an energetic and motivated Operations Supervisor to join our Ballarat VIC team, supporting the container deposit scheme. Working closely with the Operations Manager, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our logistics and processing operations run safely, efficiently, and smoothly.

This is a hands-on role where no two days are alike – you’ll be planning, coordinating, supporting your team, and solving challenges to deliver safe, reliable, and efficient service.

Key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Oversee daily collections operations, including rostering, route planning, and monitoring driver performance.
• Supervise, support, and motivate a team of drivers and collections staff, fostering a positive and safety-focused work environment.
• Conduct daily pre-starts, safety briefings, and toolbox talks to keep the team informed and focused on safety and compliance.
• Perform fatigue, mass and speed audit checks and provide driver coaching and training as required.
• Address operational issues promptly as needed to meet customer demands.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory standards, maintaining accurate records and reports.

About You

• Compressed work week (one rostered weekend day)
• Proven experience in an operations or supervisory role, ideally within a logistics, or waste management environment is desirable but not essential
• Proficient computer skills essential
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, coach, and motivate a diverse team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with a hands-on approach to resolving operational challenges.
• Strong commitment to safety and compliance, with experience conducting safety briefings and managing incident reports.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to engage with team members and handle customer inquiries professionally.

Why join Cleanaway?

• Competitive salary package
• Career opportunities in a 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 or visit https://www.cleanaway.com.au/about-us/careers and let's make a positive impact together.