Operations Manager- Organic Waste Transformation

1 month ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Arete Executive Full time

About the Opportunity:

This is a pivotal role in transforming an established facility into a cutting-edge processing site, creating a circular economy by converting organic waste into valuable outputs. As our client transitions to a greener future, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of operations at a key facility, driving change and operational excellence.

Reporting directly to senior management, your mission is to bring stability, clarity, and a culture of continuous improvement to the site. Your leadership will drive daily operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and the development of robust KPIs that the team can rally behind. You'll oversee capital upgrades, safety improvements, P&L ($60M+), and team engagement—building trust across all levels, from the shop floor to senior leadership.

This is a highly visible leadership position, offering a unique opportunity to lead one of the biggest transformations in the waste industry in the past 20 years. In this role, you'll receive a competitive salary package, extensive training, and support on safety and standardisation initiatives. Success in this role will not only make a tangible impact on the organisation's future but also open doors for significant career progression within a forward-thinking and dynamic company.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the transformation of the facility into a cutting-edge processing site
  • Develop and implement a culture of continuous improvement
  • Drive daily operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and robust KPIs
  • Oversee capital upgrades, safety improvements, and team engagement

What's on Offer?

A competitive salary package, extensive training, and support on safety and standardisation initiatives. Success in this role will open doors for significant career progression within a forward-thinking and dynamic company.



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