Branch Manager

Cleanaway Careers; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Share plan (annual)

Novated leasing

Flu vaccinations

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Private health insurance discounts

Company discounts

Job summary

Cleanaway is seeking an experienced Branch Manager for Bathurst with oversight across Dubbo and Mudgee. You will lead 30+ team members across operations, administration, and subcontractors to deliver safe, efficient waste management services and drive regional growth.

You will manage day-to-day operations, safety and NHVL compliance, fleet maintenance, and P&L performance, while building a positive culture and engaging staff across sites.

Qualifications

• Degree in business, logistics, operations management or related field desirable.
• Experience managing operational teams highly regarded.
• Strong fleet management and maintenance knowledge for compliance and efficiency.
• Ability to manage complex branch operations with safety/compliance focus.
• Comfortable handling P&L responsibility and cost management.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day branch operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, and NHVL compliance.
• Oversee staff and fleet activities; ensure maintenance and regulatory compliance.
• Coach and empower your team to hit KPIs and uphold safety standards.
• Champion a safety-first culture; manage safety initiatives and investigations.
• Manage branch financial performance, including P&L oversight and cost control.
• Coordinate workshop and fleet maintenance with third-party contractors.

Skills

People leadership

Operational management

Safety and compliance

P&L / financial acumen

Effective communication

Education

Degree in business / logistics / operations

Job description

We transform waste into resources and renewable energy. When you start to think of waste as a resource, it opens a world of possibilities.

Join us and contribute to making a sustainable future possible, together!

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced and people-focused Branch Manager to lead our Bathurst branch, with operational oversight across Dubbo and Mudgee. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love building strong teams, and enjoy the challenge of driving operational performance, this is your chance to step into a strategic leadership role.

As our Branch Manager, you’ll lead a diverse group of 30+ team members, spanning operations, administration, and subcontractors. Your leadership will ensure our services are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping a positive team culture, improving operational processes, and driving sustainable business growth within the region.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead day-to-day branch operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, and full compliance with National Heavy Vehicle Law.
• Oversee staff and fleet activities, ensuring all vehicles are well‑maintained, compliant, and operating effectively.
• Coach, mentor, and empower your team to reach operational KPIs and uphold strong safety standards.
• Champion a safety-first culture, proactively managing safety initiatives, incident investigations, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage branch financial performance, including P&L oversight, cost control, and driving operational results.
• Coordinate workshop and fleet maintenance, working closely with third‑party contractors to ensure timely and compliant servicing.

About You

• A degree in business, logistics, operations management, or a related field is desirable; alternatively, strong relevant experience managing operational teams will also be highly regarded.
• You have strong fleet management and maintenance knowledge, with the ability to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
• You’re skilled at managing complex branch operations, with a clear understanding of safety, compliance, and service excellence requirements.
• You’re comfortable overseeing financial performance, including P&L responsibility and cost management.
• You’re a natural communicator who can build rapport across all levels—staff, contractors, leadership—and foster a positive, collaborative team environment.

Why join Cleanaway?

We are Australia’s largest company in this sector, providing essential services to millions of customers and communities nationally.

As a national, high growth, ASX-listed organisation with more than 10,000 employees, our goal is to be recognised by our customers as the most innovative and sustainable waste management company. We are committed to achieving this while delivering industry-leading health, safety and environmental (HSE) performance.

• Attractive salary package
• Career development opportunities
• Paid parental leave
• Great company benefits: Annual employee share plan offer, novated leasing, optional flu vaccinations, EAP access, discounts on private health insurance, company discounts + much more!

Our Process

We are dedicated to improving employment outcomes and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We also welcome candidates of all ages, abilities, gender identities, experiences (including veterans), and cultural backgrounds.

Our recruitment process involves a number of checks including, but not limited to, criminal history, medicals, drug & alcohol testing, as well as verification of qualifications, licences and right-to-work status.

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us by emailing [e-mail].

Join us on our exciting journey towards a sustainable future

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