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Operations Manager


Company : JJ's Waste & Recycling - Australia


Location : Melbourne, Australia


Created : 2025-07-06


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Operations Manager role at JJ''s Waste & Recycling - AustraliaContinue with Google Continue with Google1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Operations Manager role at JJ''s Waste & Recycling - AustraliaAttractive Salary | Novated Lease & Salary Sacrifice Options | Car Allowance & PhoneSenior Leadership Role | Modern Depot | Growing Business | Essential ServiceHigh Performing & Agile Environment | Strong Customer Service FocusEverybody 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 ROLEWe are seeking an enthusiastic and highly capable Operations Manager to lead our team. The role is based in Derrimut.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. You will be an excellent communicator; able to establish goals and then support your team to achieve them.In this role you will manage the relationship between operations and our customers. The facility is modern; offering onsite parking and excellent facilities for our mechanics, drivers and administration team.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESLead the operations management team for the commercial waste department in DerrimutThe ability to plan for growth, engage with the team and see it throughDeliver the overall operations strategy and drive ongoing improvement initiativesDrive a high-level safety and customer service cultureSupport and motivate the teamWork well with other leaders within the business including sales, workshop, customer service and corporate head officeEnsure compliance with all policies, legal and regulatory requirementsABOUT YOUFantastic at employee engagement! You are a people leader by nature, and enjoy interacting with your teamThe ability to prioritise, think laterally and make things happenDegree qualified in Logistics, Engineering, Accounting or BusinessBe an approachable, authentic, supportive and empathetic leaderContinuous improvement focused; with the ability to deliver short and long termKPI focused with the ability to perform under pressureHR license, driving experience highly regardedAble to successfully satisfy a pre-employment medicalBENEFITSWe 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:Leadership opportunity, within a growing Australian-owned businessCareer development and growth opportunitiesOn-site parkingFull-time, permanent roleCorporate 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 discountsThe stability of a national, Australian family owned with over 90 years experienceNEXT 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! 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