Operations Manager

2 weeks ago


Melbourne, Australia IAS RECRUITMENT Full time

Growing & sustainable business, environmentally focused
- Attractive starting salary + car & benefits
- Tottenham Location | On-site parking

**About the Company**:
A leading metal recycling company who play a crucial role in reducing the environmental impact of metal waste. They provide local governments and businesses throughout Victoria the opportunity to recycle metal waste and help keep Victoria clean and green They are on the lookout for an experienced Operations Manager to join their growing business.

**About the Role**:
The Operation Manager will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a scrap metal recycling yard. Your main role will be to manage and supervise staff to ensure that all activities are carried out safely, efficiently, and in compliance with necessary regulations.

**Duties**:

- Oversees and facilitates recycling pickup and drop-off programs, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local ordinances and guidelines.
- Coordinates recycling collection schedules to optimize service quality and efficiency; assigns technicians and truck drivers to routes.
- Coordinates shipments of recyclable materials to processing companies or recyclable shipping brokers.
- Prepares bills, statements, and receipts related to recycling services such as account statements, shipping records, customer receipts, or bills of lading.
- Completes paperwork and records regarding materials received and processed including documentation required for grant-funded projects.
- Negotiates waste management contracts and pricing.
- Inspects recycling facilities to ensure the premises meet safety, quality, and service standards.
- Drafts and implements operations budget.
- Identifies and investigates violations of recycling or solid waste ordinances.
- Designs and implements community or organizational solid and hazardous waste management programs.
- Liaise with senior management and other stakeholders to discuss operational plans and strategies on effective ways to improve the business.
- Sets recycling plans, goals, and initiatives in the community or organization to minimize waste and to encourage program participation and compliance.
- May be required to operate heavy equipment used in recycling including sorters, crushers, and granulators.
- Keep current with industry trends and market conditions to stay competitive.
- Performs other duties as required.
- Hires, supervises, and trains recycling technicians, community service workers, and other recycling operations employees.
- Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.

**Skills & Experience**:

- Thorough understanding of recycling processes and policies.
- Thorough understanding of waste management programs.
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Strong performance around people management and development
- Ability to think strategically and tactically.
- Well-developed people and time management skills
- Has the ability to manage and motivate staff effectively and consistently.
- Any licenses such as HR/Hook Truck /Semitrailer, driving experience would be advantages but not essential.

**The Perks**:

- Competitive starting salary, car/car allowance + benefits and regular salary reviews
- Growing and sustainable business
- Fun and supportive culture & management


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