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. As a high growth, ASX listed organisation with over 7500 employees, our goal is to be recognised by our customers as the most innovative and sustainable waste management company with industry leading HSE performance. We are Australia's largest company in this sector, providing essential services to millions of customers and communities nationally.

The Opportunity

Join our dynamic Oils and Technical Services team – a critical function supporting the collection, treatment, processing, and disposal of packaged hazardous waste. As Operations Manager, you'll lead day-to-day operations across the site, ensuring compliance, efficiency, all while keeping operations within budget and identifying opportunities to enhance safety and performance.

This is a hands-on leadership role with real impact – perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced industrial environment and is driven to create continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Identity and drive operational efficiencies to improve service delivery, meet contractual obligations, and achieve performance targets.
• Working with safety, environmental and engineering teams to ensure compliance with safety, regulations, and site licensing requirements.
• Maintain and optimise equipment usage and identify additional resource needs.
• Oversee cost control and support revenue-generating activities.
• Working with health and safety teams to investigate and report on safety incidents and implement improvements.
• Lead and support a dedicated team, fostering a safe and respectful workplace.
• Design and implement chemical treatment processes, risk assessments, and work instructions.

About You

You're a natural leader with a solid background in chemical operations or hazardous waste. You know how to look at complex processes and make them better, and you're passionate about creating a safe, efficient, and high-performing work environment.

We're Looking For Someone With

• Proven leadership experience in an operational environment dealing with dangerous chemicals.
• A background in chemical waste, manufacturing, or hazardous logistics.
• Strong knowledge of safety systems and a track record of safety-first leadership.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• The ability to prioritise, plan and execute tasks under pressure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

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

Join us on our exciting journey towards a sustainable future.

Simply click the Apply button below or visit and let's make a positive impact together.

Application Details

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Vacancy no: 522019

Work Type

Permanent - Full Time

Location

Laverton VIC Australia

Categories

Management, Engineering, Scientific & Technical

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

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