About Us

Wanless Waste Management is a proudly Australian, family-owned business with a strong focus on sustainability, recycling, and environmental responsibility. We partner with commercial and industrial customers to deliver cost-effective waste solutions that maximise resource recovery and reduce environmental harm.

Our Smithfield site operates with a safe, modern and well-maintained fleet. As an essential services provider, we offer the kind of job stability, culture and growth opportunities that make a long-term career possible — not just a job.

Your Role

We’re looking for an Operations Manager to take the lead at our Smithfield site and oversee our operations across Greater Western Sydney. You’ll be the driving force behind daily service delivery, operational performance, and team development — ensuring our fleet and people run like clockwork, every day.

This is a hands-on, leadership role suited to someone who thrives on responsibility, is a natural motivator, and brings energy and focus to operational excellence.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the day-to-day operations of our waste and recycling contracts across Western Sydney
• Mentoring, supporting and developing a team of drivers and operational staff
• Planning for future growth and executing on strategic objectives
• Building strong relationships with customers, staff and stakeholders
• Ensuring compliance with all OH&S, legal and operational policies & procedures, including RTW procedures
• Coordinating and optimising fleet activities to ensure reliable, responsive service
• Identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and performance

About you

• Experience in transport, logistics, or service-based operations
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to mentor, motivate and manage performance
• A strong customer focus and ability to respond quickly to customer needs
• High attention to detail, excellent time management and problem-solving skills
• Confidence working under pressure with clear KPI-driven focus
• Understanding of WHS, compliance, and safety processes
• A growth mindset and commitment to building a strong, positive team culture
• Ability to pass a medical & regular drug & alcohol testing

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary: $100K–$120K + super
• Permanent, full-time role with job security in a vital industry
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free for you and your immediate family
• Exclusive perks: discounts & cashback via the Employment Hero WORK app
• Uniform and PPE provided
• Onsite parking at our local Smithfield depot
• Ongoing training, support and career development opportunities
• Be part of a growing, values-led national company

🎯 If you're ready to make your mark as an operations leader with a purpose-driven company, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your cover letter and resume addressing the above criteria. Apply now via SEEK!

Due to the large number of applications; only successful candidates will be contacted. Due to the large number of applications; only successful candidates will be contacted. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life, and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

To be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.