Branch Operations Leader: Sustainability & Safety

Cleanaway Waste Management; Albury City; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Career development

Paid parental leave

Share plan and leasing options

Flu vaccinations

EAP access

Health insurance discounts

Job summary

Cleanaway Waste Management is seeking an experienced Branch Manager for our Lavington operation, overseeing a team of over 50 with four direct reports. You will lead day-to-day operations, focus on safety, compliance, and strong customer relationships across the Albury–Wodonga region.

The role requires proven operational leadership, change management capabilities and experience managing P&L, contracts and performance in logistics or industrial settings.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large frontline teams in logistics, manufacturing or similarly complex operations.
• Proven safety leadership and compliance drive.
• Experience managing P&L, contracts and operational performance.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the branch with emphasis on efficiency, safety and NHV law compliance.
• Oversee staff and fleet operations, ensuring vehicle maintenance and regulatory compliance.
• Coach and mentor the team to meet KPI and safety standards.
• Champion safety initiatives and investigate incidents to foster a safety-first culture.
• Manage the branch P&L focusing on cost control and financial performance.
• Collaborate with fleet, commercial, resource recovery and other functions to deliver strong customer outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

P&L management

Safety compliance

Job description

Cleanaway Waste Management is seeking an experienced Branch Manager for our Lavington operation, overseeing a team of over 50 with four direct reports. You will lead day-to-day operations, focus on safety, compliance, and strong customer relationships across the Albury–Wodonga region.

The role requires proven operational leadership, change management capabilities and experience managing P&L, contracts and performance in logistics or industrial settings.