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Operations Manager | Branch Manager - Ballarat


Company : JJ's Waste & Recycling


Location : Ballarat, Australia


Created : 2025-07-03


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Operations Manager | Branch Manager - BallaratAttractive Salary + Car Allowance & PhoneBranch Manager | Full-Site Responsibility | Business LeadershipNational Family-Owned and Operated Business with over 90 years-experienceAttractive Salary + Company Car + Phone + Laptop| Employee BenefitsEverybody knows a JJs Truck when they see one . . our iconic green and gold fleet head out rain or shine for collections in your area.But did you know we have 23 divisions, 135 sites nationally, employ nearly 3000 people and operate a fleet of over 2300!We do more than collect the bin from your street, we also convert waste into clean energy, divert food waste from landfill and convert to compost, manufacture customised waste management equipment, asbestos removal, refine and recycle oil, manage and maintain our fleet inhouse and have our own bespoke technology systems.Our teams include Drivers/Operators, Heavy Vehicle Mechanics, Customer Service, Operations, Finance, IT/Digital, Environment, Engineering, Industrial Chemists, Safety, Administration and much more . .With so much opportunity, what is your career path?ABOUT THE ROLEAs a JJ''s Branch Manager / Operations Manager you will lead our depotsin Ballarat & Horsham.Excellent career development opportunity within a growing National Company.You will have a sense of urgency, be a natural people leader, with a customer focus and the ability to see the bigger picture, set objectives, and deliver results.Lead the team and champion the day-to-day business functions!On a day-to-day basis, the work will include things like:Manage all functions acrossmultiple sites with 15+ employeesPlan for and react to changeEngage. lead and develop the team, and see it throughDeliver the overall branch strategyDrive ongoing improvement initiativesEnsure a high-level safety and customer service cultureSupport and motivate the sales team to achieve growth targetsEnsure compliance with all policies, legal and regulatory requirementsABOUT YOUExperience working in a similar roleKPI and customer focused with the ability to perform under pressureEngineering degree or technical background - highly regardedThe ability to prioritise, think laterally and make things happenExperience in Transport/Logistics/Mobile Service industryBe an approachable and supportive leaderWell-developed people and time management skillsDemonstrate the ability to be a quick learner in a fast pace and varied roleStrong work ethic, integrity, honesty and commitmentAbility to learn new internal programs and technologyBe proactive and strive to upskillA commitment to achieving customer service of the highest standardBENEFITSWe appreciate there is more to life than work, we provide a variety of work options to ensure the job gets done; with competitive remuneration and a range of benefits, regardless of your role or location including:The stability of a national, Australian family owned and operated business with over 90 years experienceEssential services industry job stabilityFull-time, permanent roleCompetitive salary + Car allowanceOnsite parkingLocal depot / workshop - Ballarat & HorshamCareer development and growth opportunitiesIntroductory and ongoing trainingCorporate Health and Fitness Program - Fitness PassportSalary sacrificing and novated leasingBanking partnerships including financial, budgeting and mortgage adviceDiscounts at over 100 retailers (including groceries and fuel)Car servicing, parts and accessories discounts plus new car discountsNEXT STEPSInterested applicants should APPLY NOWDepending on the role, the recruitment process may vary slightly; this may include a phone interview, face-to-face interview, skills-based assessment, pre-employment medical and of course, an opportunity to meet the team.To view our other vacancies or more information about the role go to:www.jjswaste.com.au/careersABOUT THE COMPANYEstablished in 1932, JJs Waste & Recycling (formerly J.J. Richards & Sons Pty Ltd) is Australias largest, family-owned and operated waste management company.From humble beginnings as a small family business, our team has grown across Australia, NZ & the US, and were passionate about effective waste management.With a dynamic attitude that values our people, their safety and the environment. We strive for an innovative, collaborative, and high-performance culture that celebrates the contribution of every employee.No agencies please, weve got this one covered! Unsolicited communication will result in the forfeiture of any engagement or partnership.Unlock job insightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchYour application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check? Do you have a heavy vehicle driver''s licence? How many years of people management experience do you have? What''s your expected annual base salary? Do you have experience working with logistics, freight & delivery services?Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics 1,001-5,000 employeesEverybody knows a JJs Truck when they see one . . our iconic green and gold fleet head out rain or shine for collections in your area.But did you know we have 23 divisions, 135 sites nationally, employ nearly 3000 people and operate a fleet of over 2300!We do more than collect the bin from your street, we also convert waste into clean energy, divert food waste from landfill and convert to compost, manufacture customised waste management equipment, asbestos removal, refine and recycle oil, manage and maintain our fleet inhouse and have our own bespoke technology systems.With so much opportunity, what is your career path?Everybody knows a JJs Truck when they see one . . our iconic green and gold fleet head out rain or shine for collections in your area.But did you know we have 23 divisions, 135 sites nationally, employ nearly 3000 people and operate a fleet of over 2300!We do more than collect the bin from your street, we also convert waste into clean energy, divert food waste from landfill and convert to compost, manufacture customised waste management equipment, asbestos removal, refine and recycle oil, manage and maintain our fleet inhouse and have our own bespoke technology systems.With so much opportunity, what is your career path?To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.What can I earn as an Operations Manager #J-18808-Ljbffr