Operations Supervisor - Sustainability & Efficiency

Waste Management Pte Ltd; Wānaka; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

WM New Zealand is seeking an experienced Operations Supervisor to lead our Wanaka frontline team and drive day-to-day operational excellence while upholding safety and sustainability values. You’ll coordinate rosters, run toolbox talks, perform pre-start checks, manage on-site costs, and ensure compliant, profitable service delivery.

This hands-on leadership role blends coaching, problem-solving and operational oversight to keep things running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership experience in transport, logistics, or waste operations.
• Experience in staff scheduling, route planning and resource allocation.
• 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.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and interpreting compliance systems.

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

Communication

Sustainability-minded

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

WM New Zealand is seeking an experienced Operations Supervisor to lead our Wanaka frontline team and drive day-to-day operational excellence while upholding safety and sustainability values. You’ll coordinate rosters, run toolbox talks, perform pre-start checks, manage on-site costs, and ensure compliant, profitable service delivery.

This hands-on leadership role blends coaching, problem-solving and operational oversight to keep things running smoothly.