Regional Manager

2 days ago


Newcastle Maitland Hunter, Australia Peoplefusion Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year
  • Lead a high-performing, multi-site regional team
  • Drive strategy and growth in a proven branch-led model
  • Influence operations across resource recovery and environmental services

Take the lead in a pivotal regional role, driving performance and growth across a diverse network of branches in a proven and supportive operating model.

About the Role

Lead a significant regional portfolio where you'll combine strategic oversight with on-the-ground engagement across multiple branches. This is a pivotal leadership role overseeing a large regional remit, shaping and delivering a strategy that prioritises sustainable growth, operational efficiency, and safety leadership while ensuring consistent execution of the branch-led model. Reporting to the State Manager, the role offers variety, regular travel across your allocated branches, and the autonomy to focus your time where it is needed most. Flexible location options within Northern NSW, including Newcastle, will be considered for the right candidate.

About the Company

Our client is a market leader in resource recovery and environmental services, with a strong regional presence and a proven track record of delivering essential solutions to communities and businesses. Operating through a successful branch-led model, they empower local teams to deliver consistent, high-quality outcomes. The organisation is committed to operational excellence, commercial strength, and a culture built on accountability, trust, and long-term results. We are seeking candidates that come from the waste or transport and logistics.

Key Responsibilities

  • Drive strategic and operational performance across multiple branches in the region
  • Oversee budgets, forecasting, and P&L to optimise resources and assets
  • Ensure safety, compliance, and service standards are consistently met
  • Lead initiatives to improve operational efficiency, fleet utilisation, and productivity
  • Build strong stakeholder relationships across internal and external networks
  • Maintain a visible presence through regular travel to sites within your remit

Skills & Experience

  • Senior leadership experience in a multi-site operational environment
  • Strong commercial acumen with a track record in driving growth and improving performance
  • Experience in sectors such as resource recovery, transport, logistics, freight, industrial services, or other operational service environments with transferable skills
  • Knowledge of fleet management, labour management, and operational compliance
  • Proven capability in P&L management, budgeting, and strategic planning (critical for role)
  • High-level interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and engage operational leaders
  • Tertiary qualifications in Business, Engineering, or related discipline (post-grad desirable)

Benefits

  • Competitive remuneration + car allowance + STIP bonus
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Career development opportunities within a growing Australian organisation
  • Supportive, safety-focused work environment
  • Paid parental leave and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives
  • Employee perks including share schemes, retail discounts, salary packaging, private health offers, flu vaccinations, and confidential employee assistance services

How to apply

To learn more about key responsibilities, company culture and associated benefits of this opportunity, please contact Krystle Parker on or Omali Marshall or call on for a confidential discussion. Alternatively, click "Apply" to submit your covering letter and CV.

At peoplefusion, we don't just accept diversity and inclusion—we celebrate it We strive to create an environment of equal opportunity regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, religion, or physical ability, and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. If you require any assistance with your application, please don't hesitate to contact us.



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