We are hiring for an experienced and multi-skilled Operations Manager to join our team.

The future we’re working towards is one where waste is a valuable resource. Our Operations Manager's play an essential role in getting us there, by working with our team to help provide valuable waste management solutions to our clients and customers.

What you'll be doing 

• Work with the Resource Recovery Manager to monitor and improve unprofitable accounts using Waste Edge data.
• Monitor & analyse KPIs, identify performance issues and implement efficiency improvements.
• Lead, motivate and manage the Operations team across two sites.
• Ensure all weighing systems are certified, calibrated and fully operational.
• Assist in positively resolving customer complaints promptly and effectively.
• Develop and implement corrective actions for operational performance issues.
• Communicate operational issues and updates with Operations, SHEQ and Fleet teams.
• Prepare annual operating, Capex and fleet budgets.
• Provide daily operational reporting and statistics.
• Conduct operational and route audits to improve efficiency across FEL, REL and RoRo systems.
• Maintain compliance with relevant WHS, environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality systems and procedures.
• Manage subcontractor performance, profitability and service standards.
• Approve operational expenditure and effectively manage operating costs to improve profitability.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, near-misses and hazards; implementing effective corrective actions as required.
• Recruit, train, evaluate and manage employee performance and attendance.
• Promote safe, efficient and environmentally compliant workplace practices.
• Support sales through accurate equipment specification for customer sites.
• Complete special projects as directed.

Reasons you’ll stay

• The Team: Early starts are standard fare around here, but the team makes it all worthwhile. You’ll feel part of the crew from day one
• Our focus on safety: We take care of our people. Everybody’s safety is our utmost priority
• We’re an essential service: Help the community and the environment move to a more sustainable future
• Stay local: You’ll be operating in your local area, avoiding long periods of time away from home.

Who you are

• Tertiary education in engineering, business, or similar is preferred.
• Operations team leadership / management 
• Waste, recycling and/or Transport Industry experience
• People management experience including performance and attendance management
• Experience in leading teams through cultural change
• Regulatory and quality compliance experience 
• Process and systems implementation experience 
• Excellent numerical, verbal and written communication skills 
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 suite, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Effective team rostering ability to ensure operational delivery is not adversely impacted   
• Recruitment and selection of drivers and operational team members 

Who we are

At REMONDIS Australia, we’re in a neat spot. We have all the advantages of being a German owned, global leader in waste management solutions, with significant local presence across Australia.

We partner with a range of businesses to manage waste effectively, helping communities and the environment. Our work is important and we’re proud it’s recognised as an essential service.

Are you with us? To apply:

• You’ll need a copy of a current license as proof of entitlement to undertake driving work in Australia.
• You’ll undergo a police check and pre-employment medical, including a drug and alcohol test.

REMONDIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we invite you to be part of an organisation that fosters a diverse workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.