Waste Management GM: Growth & Operations Leader

KINGSFORCE MANAGEMENT SERVICES PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

KINGSFORCE MANAGEMENT SERVICES PTE LTD in Singapore seeks an experienced General Manager to lead its waste management business, overseeing end-to-end operations, safety, and environmental compliance while driving profitability.

You will manage multiple functions—operations, production, sales, marketing and customer service—develop long-term strategies, optimise costs, monitor KPIs, and build a high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the waste management industry, including at least 2 years in a managerial or leadership position.
• Strong understanding of waste management operations, disposal methods, recycling practices and environmental compliance.
• Demonstrated experience managing facility operations and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, including budgeting, cost control and financial performance management.
• Proven ability to develop and execute business strategies and drive revenue growth.
• Strong understanding of relevant environmental, safety and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the waste management facility.
• Ensure efficient waste collection, transportation, processing, recycling and disposal processes.
• Develop and implement long-term business strategies, policies and operational procedures.
• Identify opportunities for business growth, cost reduction and revenue generation.
• Establish, monitor and improve operational and financial KPIs.
• Manage budgets, control operating expenses and optimise resource allocation.
• Monitor overall financial performance and implement cost-effective measures.
• Prepare financial reports, budgets and forecasts for senior management.
• Lead initiatives to improve operational efficiency, productivity and profitability.
• Ensure all waste handling and disposal activities comply with applicable environmental regulations and requirements.
• Implement best practices relating to waste reduction, recycling, sustainability and environmental management.
• Maintain high standards of customer satisfaction and address customer concerns promptly.
• Develop and maintain a strong safety-first culture across the organisation.
• Conduct regular operational inspections, audits and quality control reviews.
• Investigate incidents, identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Lead and manage department heads and operational teams.
• Establish performance objectives and conduct regular performance reviews.
• Ensure effective coordination between production, operations, sales, marketing and customer service functions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the business.
• Undertake other strategic or operational assignments as required by senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Budgeting

Financial performance management

Operations management

Regulatory compliance

Waste management knowledge

Team management

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Business Administration

Job description

KINGSFORCE MANAGEMENT SERVICES PTE LTD in Singapore seeks an experienced General Manager to lead its waste management business, overseeing end-to-end operations, safety, and environmental compliance while driving profitability.

You will manage multiple functions—operations, production, sales, marketing and customer service—develop long-term strategies, optimise costs, monitor KPIs, and build a high-performance culture.