Field Operations Supervisor – Safety & Fleet Excellence

Cleanaway; Australia; Remote; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day Shift

On-site parking

Job summary

Cleanaway is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead hands-on day-to-day operations across North Queensland, including Townsville, Mackay, Cairns and Rockhampton as required. The role is field-based, with responsibility for safety, compliance, fleet performance and customer service.

You will work closely with drivers and stakeholders to drive continuous improvement, coordinate inspections and audits, and support rosters and reporting in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory, transport or logistics experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving.
• Heavy vehicle driving experience or strong understanding of transport operations.
• Knowledge of pumping systems, hydraulic equipment, PTO systems and loading/unloading operations.
• Sound understanding of CoR, HVNL and workplace safety requirements.
• Experience conducting audits, inspections and compliance activities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor day-to-day operations across North Queensland (Townsville, Mackay, Cairns, Rockhampton) ensuring safety, compliance and performance.
• Coordinate fleet and equipment inspections, maintenance scheduling and fuel/logistics planning.
• Support rostering, leave coverage and resource planning for field teams.
• Lead driver ride-alongs, coaching and development to promote a strong safety culture.
• Manage customer service issues and stakeholder communications to meet service expectations.
• Contribute to operational reporting, budgeting and cost-control activities.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Heavy vehicle experience

CoR & HVNL knowledge

Audits & inspections

Communication & stakeholder skills

MS Office & reporting systems

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Cleanaway is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead hands-on day-to-day operations across North Queensland, including Townsville, Mackay, Cairns and Rockhampton as required. The role is field-based, with responsibility for safety, compliance, fleet performance and customer service.

You will work closely with drivers and stakeholders to drive continuous improvement, coordinate inspections and audits, and support rosters and reporting in a fast-paced environment.