Field Operations Lead: Sustainability & Safety

Waste Management; Wānaka; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

WM New Zealand is seeking an Operations Supervisor for our Wanaka team in Otago. You will lead frontline staff, coordinate rosters, conduct toolbox talks, and ensure safety and efficiency of vehicles and equipment in day-to-day operations.

You'll work with drivers and transfer station teams to run compliant, profitable operations while championing sustainability and safety. If you’re hands-on, energetic, and prefer leading by example, join us to help build a cleaner, greener Aotearoa.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership experience in transport, logistics, or waste operations with a strong ability to coach and develop the performance of frontline staff.
• Experience in staff scheduling, route planning and resource allocation.
• A mechanical mindset with hands-on knowledge of mobile plant and equipment.
• WTR and Class 1 license preferred, or Class 2 would also be ideal.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and interpreting compliance systems.
• A passion for sustainability and making a difference.

Responsibilities

• Supervising staff and allocating daily work priorities.
• Conducting pre-start checks and toolbox meetings.
• Managing costs and driving efficiencies on-site.
• Ensuring HSEQ compliance and safe work practices.
• Supporting equipment maintenance and ordering of parts and PPE.
• Monitoring waste processing performance and reporting on outcomes.
• Acting as a visible leader committed to sustainability and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Staff scheduling

Route planning

Mechanical mindset

Safety orientation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Compliance systems

Job description

WM New Zealand is seeking an Operations Supervisor for our Wanaka team in Otago. You will lead frontline staff, coordinate rosters, conduct toolbox talks, and ensure safety and efficiency of vehicles and equipment in day-to-day operations.

You'll work with drivers and transfer station teams to run compliant, profitable operations while championing sustainability and safety. If you’re hands-on, energetic, and prefer leading by example, join us to help build a cleaner, greener Aotearoa.