We are seeking a high‑performing, experienced Operations Manager to lead and oversee our Picton operations. This is a permanent, full‑time role, ideally suited to a locally based leader with strong experience in waste, allocations or industrial services environments.
This role is accountable for managing a diverse operational footprint, including specialist fleets, plant, and personnel; driving operational performance; ensuring compliance; and supporting business growth through tenders, development opportunities, and commercial negotiations.
The Role
- Lead and manage the day‑to‑day operations of the Picton site, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant service delivery
- Oversee and optimise a diverse fleet including front lift trucks, rear lift trucks, hook trucks, and industrial services vehicles, along with associated plant, equipment, and workforce teams
- Plan, coordinate, and optimise fleet allocation and deployment to meet operational demand, customer requirements, and cost efficiency
- Manage industrial services operations, including industrial cleaning services,
- Ensure compliance with all relevant mining, industrial, environmental, transport, and waste regulations
- Lead and support tender preparation, submissions, and commercial negotiations for existing and future work
- Develop, negotiate, and manage profitable long‑term commercial agreements with clients and partners
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, stakeholders, and regulators, representing REMONDIS locally
- Take accountability for operational financial performance, including KPIs, P&L, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
- Lead teams, drive continuous improvement, and foster a strong culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence
Skills and Experience
- Proven operational management and hands‑on leadership experience in complex, asset‑intensive environments
- Demonstrated capability managing mixed heavy vehicle fleets, including front lift, rear lift, hook trucks, and industrial services vehicles
- Strong experience in fleet allocation, scheduling, and utilisation optimisation across multi‑contract or multi‑service operations
- Background in waste management, transport, industrial services, industrial cleaning, liquids, logistics, or heavy industry
- Solid experience working within coal mine and industrial service operations, including site‑based environments and customer interfaces
- Proven experience in tendering, commercial negotiations, and business development
- Strong understanding of compliance, regulatory obligations, and site‑based operational requirements in coal mining and industrial environments
- Demonstrated P&L ownership, budgeting, reporting, and cost control expertise
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with strong IT, planning, and reporting capability
What We Offer
- A permanent, full‑time leadership role within a stable, essential services organisation operating at a global scale
- Monday to Friday roster (38 hours per week), supporting work–life balance
- Local‑based role, allowing you to be home each night while leading a critical regional operation
- High levels of autonomy, accountability, and authority to optimise and grow the operation
- Structured career development, training, and progression opportunities
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact across safety, sustainability, and community‑focused services
- Access to a comprehensive suite of employee benefits, including national company resources, wellbeing programs, Fitness Passport, and ongoing professional development
Who We Are
REMONDIS Australia is part of a global leader in sustainable waste and water management. With a strong local presence and a commitment to environmental responsibility, we deliver essential services to mining, industrial, and commercial customers across Australia.
How to Apply
- Proof of entitlement to work in Australia is required
- Appointment is subject to a pre‑employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing
REMONDIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.