Regional Manager

REMONDIS Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

REMONDIS Australia is seeking a Regional Manager to lead Victorian operations across multiple sites. You will steer end-to-end operations, drive process optimisation, and push commercial growth within waste management and environmental services.

The role requires a business degree, strong regulatory knowledge, and proven leadership across multi-site teams. You will build strategic plans, mentor managers, ensure safety compliance, and strengthen partnerships with customers and regulators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Understanding of waste management technologies and environmental regulations.
• Demonstrated experience leading multi-site operations in the waste industry.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Optimise operational roadmaps for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Drive improvements across safety, productivity, profitability, and compliance.
• Adequately resource and equip all branch functions including people and equipment.
• Ensure waste treatment processes comply with regulations.
• Identify new technologies to enhance efficiency and sustainability.
• Foster relationships with customers, suppliers, and regulators.
• Lead multiple projects from conception through implementation within timelines and budgets.

Skills

Waste management knowledge

Regulatory compliance understanding

Leadership skills

Strategic planning

Relationship building

Project management

Safety standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Environmental Science, or related field

Job description

Who we are:

REMONDIS is one of the world's largest recycling, service and water companies. We're a privately-owned family company headquartered in Germany, with over 40,000 employees and operations on four continents. We've been here in Australia since 1982. At REMONDIS Australia, we are at the forefront of revolutionising the waste industry. Our mission is to transform waste into valuable resources through innovative and sustainable practices. Join our dynamic team and be a part of the change towards a greener, cleaner future.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and people-centric Regional Manager to lead our Victorian operations across multiple sites, you will manage the end-to-end operations focusing on process optimisation and improvement to drive operational efficiencies across the P&L and multi-disciplined teams. Your background and previous success driving commercial growth and developing opportunities within revenue streams across Waste Management & Environmental Services will be highly valued.

The Role:

• Optimise operational roadmaps to ensure maximum efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Drive efficiencies and performance improvements across safety, productivity, profitability, cost management, cash flow and compliance
• Be responsible for adequately resourcing and equipping all business functions of the branch including people, structure and equipment
• Maintain regulatory compliance: Ensure all waste treatment processes comply with local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
• Identify and implement new technologies and processes to enhance waste treatment efficiency and sustainability.
• Foster strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and regulatory agencies to enhance business partnerships.
• Lead and manage multiple projects from conception through implementation, ensuring timelines and budgets are met.

About you:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Environmental Science, or related field (preferred).
• In-depth understanding of waste management technologies, environmental regulations, and sustainability practices.
• Demonstrated experience in a collections business across multiple sites preferably within the waste industry
• Relevant certifications in hazardous materials management desirable.
• Foster strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and regulatory agencies to enhance business partnerships.
• Optimise operational workflows to ensure maximum efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to meet and exceed performance targets.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and high safety standards.
• Proven experience in operations management, preferably in the waste management industry.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and safety standards in the waste industry.

• You'll need a copy of a current licence and proof of entitlement to work in Australia.
• You'll undergo a police check and pre-employment medical, including a drug and alcohol test.
• REMONDIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we invite you to be part of an organisation that fosters a diverse workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.