Operations Manager

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.

Our Industrial Services (IS) division is the largest provider of specialised industrial solutions nationally. Our integration with Contract Resources has given us an international presence in multiple countries.

As a trusted partner to some of Australia’s largest organisations from a variety of sectors, including mining, oil and gas and infrastructure, IS aims to deliver quality and valued services through innovative and sustainable industrial solutions. IS’s people-centred approach ensures the availability of a highly trained workforce that delivers valuable expertise through our specialised service lines such as high-pressure water jetting, resource recovery via vacuum loading, non-destructive digging, hydro demolition and more across base load contract and project scopes. 

The Opportunity

Based in Rockingham, WA, the Operations Manager is accountable for achieving targets for operating efficiencies, productivity, equipment utilisation and maintenance while ensuring that costs are controlled within budget and delivering required customer service levels.

• Identification and implementation of operational efficiencies to achieve exemplary customer service practices and meet contractual obligations within financial and operational targets
• Work with customers and the Sales team to maximise revenue growth opportunities (organic and new business)
• Provide estimates and preliminary quotes for customers in accordance with delegation/approval policy, where required
• Ensure operational and administrative processes are conducted (e.g., equipment checks; completion of payroll records; safety activities; site housekeeping)
• Ensure site equipment is purchased, maintained and operated appropriately in accordance with requirements, and identify additional equipment needs to provide effective service delivery
• Investigate, report and manage incidents/accidents, property damage and personal injury
• Report all cost centre activities in line with the required reporting schedules
• Contribute to revenue and EBITDA growth through strong customer and sales team relationships and effective financial controls

About You

Our ideal candidate will bring exceptional leadership skills, a track record of safety leadership and performance, and experience in managing operational departments in an Industrial Waste Services or a related heavy-industry environment.

• Strong commercial, negotiation, and influencing skills – ability to manage expectations
• A fundamental knowledge of heavy industrial vacuum units, specifically King Vac, Spout Vac and Combination units
• Proven experience in managing a large team of Operators (60+), inclusive of Supervisors.
• Team coaching, performance monitoring, Toolbox meetings, and ensuring Operators are up to date with mandatory training
• Full understanding of safety requirements within the Industrial Waste Industry
• Proven experience in managing a Tier 1 client contract
• Minimum HR Licence
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products
• Infield Verification of Competency and Cert IV in Training & Assessing is highly advantageous

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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