Operations Manager

Veolia Australia and New Zealand

Operations Manager leading South East Collections and Liquid services at Veolia's Mt Gambier facility. Ensuring safe, environmentally responsible operations and managing contract services.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeMt Gambier • 🇦🇺 AustraliaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage operations within budget and financial objectives
Identify, manage, and report on risks and opportunities—prioritizing and implementing solutions promptly
Champion safety initiatives and build a strong safety culture across employees and contractors
Organize monthly toolbox meetings and ensure quality preparation
Meet operational targets and KPIs
Coordinate with technical, asset management, financial, and administrative teams to achieve site objectives
Lead and guide the operational team and internal stakeholders
Spot contract risks and opportunities, providing recommendations to the Contract Manager
Maintain accurate, current, and audit-ready operational data across all systems
Prepare monthly performance reports for Council and support contract renewal and variation processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated experience in a contract management or commercial leadership role
A solid operational background with the ability to maintain meaningful oversight of site-based service delivery
Proven ability to manage and grow senior client relationships with professionalism and confidence
Strong computer literacy skills, including proficiency in Google Suite
Valid driver's licence
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Sound analytical skills with the ability to interpret and report on data
Competent computer skills
A genuine commitment to safety and a positive, can-do attitude.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive remuneration package + car company
Ongoing support from an experienced leadership team
Supportive, safety-focused team culture
Work with Veolia, a world-leading environmental services organisation

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Hard Skills & Tools

Risk ManagementKPI AchievementPerformance ReportingService Delivery OversightData Interpretation

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationRelationship BuildingAnalytical ThinkingPositive Attitude

Certifications

Valid Driver's Licence