Waste Manager

1 week ago

Melbourne, Australia City FM Australia Full time

City FM Australia is a Global leader in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction and Energy solutions. We are committed to supporting our team and ensuring safe & reliable services to our partners.
**The Opportunity**:
As the Waste Manager, you'll be responsible for overseeing the delivery of Waste, Pest, and Hygiene services through a subcontracted model.
Based in a CBD located office, you'll ensure services are compliant, cost-effective, and aligned with business needs. From handling escalations and streamlining vendor operations to driving continuous improvement and performance reporting—you'll play a critical role in shaping how we manage waste sustainably and efficiently for a high-profile national entertainment facility.
**Key Responsibilities will include**:

- Manage and resolve escalations related to Pest, Waste, and Hygiene services.
- Review purchase orders and approve invoices in line with contractual scope and services delivered.
- Lead quarterly governance meetings with vendors to drive safety, performance, and improvement.
- Collaborate with commercial teams to develop contract frameworks that deliver better outcomes.
- Implement effective SLAs and KPIs to track operational performance.
- Identify and execute cost-saving and service-enhancement initiatives.
- Standardise and deliver reports on waste service performance and compliance.

**To be considered for this role you will be/have**:

- Formal Trade Qualification and/or Business Degree in a relevant field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Waste Management.
- Proven ability to manage budgets, service contracts, and multiple suppliers.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and vendor management skills.
- Passion for sustainability, process optimisation, and continuous improvement.

If this sounds like you and you would like the opportunity to be part of a growing Australian Facilities Management business, we would love to hear from you. Please send cover letter and resume to apply.
City is an Equal Opportunity Employer who supports and encourages the diverse needs of each individual Team Member. We provide a challenging and rewarding environment with ongoing professional development for all our Team Members.

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