Operations Supervisor - Transport & Logistics, Day Shift

Cleanaway Waste Management; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

PPE provided

Uniform provided

Salary packaging

EAP

Job summary

Cleanaway is seeking an experienced Supervisor to lead day-to-day operations in Cairns, coordinating driver runs and delivering high service levels. You will mentor a hands-on team and ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and cost control across shifts.

The role focuses on improving collection efficiency, safety performance, and workforce engagement, while maintaining strong customer service. A heavy rigid licence is preferred but not essential, with full-time permanent employment and on-site

Qualifications

• Experienced Supervisor with a transport & logistics background.
• Exposure to and knowledge of comprehensive safety management systems.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire teams.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of HSE and environmental legislation.
• Knowledge of the NHV legislation.

Responsibilities

• Drive operational efficiencies within the team, continual review and improvement of collection runs and service delivery.
• Develop and mentor a collaborative, efficient and engaged team.
• Coordinate the scheduling of the day-to-day operations of driver runs.
• Ensure all pre-start, post-run, and minor day-to-day maintenance tasks are carried out on all equipment.
• Lead a high level of customer service within the collection teams, investigate and resolve service issues.
• Consult with line management in the development and management of operational targets.
• Enforce and monitor all NHVR regulations.
• Manage and prepare detailed reports on labour efficiencies and overall cost management.
• Lead performance management investigations and outcomes.

Skills

Transport & Logistics

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Safety management

NHVR knowledge

HSE compliance

Heavy Rigid licence

Job description

Cleanaway is seeking an experienced Supervisor to lead day-to-day operations in Cairns, coordinating driver runs and delivering high service levels. You will mentor a hands-on team and ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and cost control across shifts.

The role focuses on improving collection efficiency, safety performance, and workforce engagement, while maintaining strong customer service. A heavy rigid licence is preferred but not essential, with full-time permanent employment and on-site