Operations Manager Role | Council Contracts | Attractive Remuneration | Job Security | Full-time | Permanent | Essential Services | Growing CompanyNational family-owned and operated business with over 90 years of experience. Everybody knows a JJ’s Truck when they see one... our iconic green and gold fleet head out rain or shine for collections in your area. But did you know we have:23 divisions135 sites nationallyNearly 3000 employeesA fleet of over 2300!We do more than collect the bin from your street; we also:Convert waste into clean energyDivert food waste from landfill and convert it to compostManufacture customised waste management equipmentAsbestos removalRefine and recycle oilManage and maintain our fleet in-houseHave our own bespoke technology systemsOur teams include Drivers/Operators, Heavy Vehicle Mechanics, Customer Service, Operations, Finance, IT/Digital, Environment, Engineering, Industrial Chemists, Safety, Administration, and much more... With so much opportunity, what is your career path?THE ROLEAs an Operations Manager, you will lead our Council Contracts division in Cairns. The main responsibility of this role is to lead our team to effectively manage daily operational goals for our various contracts in the region. This role calls for a ‘hands-on’ and tenacious leader who is driven to succeed through team engagement and an understanding of principles that underpin excellence in transport operations. You will be working with a safe, modern, and reliable fleet, serviced and maintained in our on-site workshops. We are an essential services industry, offering stability to employees and reliability to our customers.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESAssist and lead operations on a day to day basisSupport and mentor a team of 30+ driversWillingness to drive a truck regularlyEstablish and manage relationships with customers, team members, and stakeholdersMentor and train your teamCoordinate and optimise fleet activities - agile and flexibleComply with laws, regulations, and requirements including OH&S with an understanding of return to work processesIdentify enhancement opportunities and suggest solutions for improvementABOUT YOUHave a current HR (Heavy Rigid) License - preferableExperience in the transport, logistics, or service industry would be favourableDemonstrated experience in management processes including associated administrative componentsWell-developed people skills, with solid time managementPrevious experience in people leadershipKPI focused with the ability to perform under pressureProvide up-to-date driving records at the interview stageAble to successfully satisfy a pre-employment medical, drug, and alcohol testingBENEFITSWe appreciate there is more to life than work; we provide a variety of work options to ensure the job gets done, with competitive remuneration and a range of benefits, regardless of your role or location, including:The stability of a national, Australian family-owned and operated business with over 90 years’ experienceUniform and PPEEssential services industry – job stabilityFull-time, permanent roleAttractive remunerationCompany Car & PhoneOnsite parkingLocal depot - CairnsCareer development and growth opportunitiesIntroductory and ongoing trainingHealth-fund discountsSalary sacrificing and novated leasingBanking partnerships – including financial, budgeting, and mortgage adviceDiscounts at over 100 retailers (including groceries and fuel)Car servicing, parts and accessories discounts – plus new car discountsNEXT STEPSInterested applicants should APPLY NOW. Depending on the role, the recruitment process may vary slightly; this may include a phone interview, face-to-face interview, skills-based assessment, pre-employment medical, and of course, an opportunity to meet the team. To view our other vacancies or for more information about the role go to: www.jjswaste.com.au/careersABOUT THE COMPANYEstablished in 1932, JJ’s Waste & Recycling (formerly J.J. Richards & Sons Pty Ltd) is Australia’s largest, family-owned and operated waste management company. From humble beginnings as a small family business, our team has grown across Australia, NZ & the US, and we’re passionate about effective waste management. With a dynamic attitude that values our people, their safety, and the environment, we strive for an innovative, collaborative, and high-performance culture that celebrates the contribution of every employee.No agencies please, we’ve got this one covered! Unsolicited communication will result in the forfeiture of any engagement or partnership.
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