Champion Safety & Operational Excellence Every Day | Career Opportunity
Lead.
Influence.
Make an Impact |Attractive Salary + Car + Phone + Super
Over 90 Years of Trusted Experience | Join a Stable and Essential Industry
JJ's iconic green and gold fleet of trucks are out on the road every day, keeping our communities moving.
Despite this, we are much more than meets the eye, with 23 divisions - spanning research and development, bespoke technology and equipment, maintenance of heavy vehicles, in house advisory, through to oil refining, and converting waste into clean energy, over 140 sites internationally, nearly 3,500 employees, and a fleet of over 2,500 vehicles.
With our people at the heart of the JJ's, the Company is proud to offer a broad range of career pathways, from Drivers, Mechanics, Engineers, IT, Administration, Safety, Finance, and beyond.
Work with us!
ABOUT THIS ROLE
We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly capableSenior Operations Managerto lead our waste collections team in Mackay.
Lead.
Influence.
Make an impact with an industry leader.
We're looking for a strong people leader to support our operations in the area drive performance, culture, and continuous improvement.
This is an excellent career development opportunity with a fast-growing, international business.
This role will report to the Branch Manager and lead/support 4 x Operations Managers, across 3 sites.
You'll bring urgency, confidence, and a customer-first mindset.
You'll understand the bigger picture, set clear objectives and guide the team to deliver outstanding results every day.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead the operations management team for the commercial and domestic waste collections in the region, plus bio-security facility in Hay Point
The ability to plan for growth, engage with the team and see it through
Deliver the overall operations strategy and drive ongoing improvement initiatives
Drive a high-level safety, compliance and customer service culture




Support and motivate a team of approximately 70 employees - across 3 sites
Work well with other leaders within the business including workshop, administration and corporate head office
Ensure compliance with all policies, legal and regulatory requirements
Get behind the wheel- drive/operate our fleet on a regular basis
Remain actively involved in the day-to-day operations and lead by example
ABOUT YOU
Fantastic atemployee engagement!
You are a people leader by nature, and enjoy interacting with your team
The ability to prioritise, think laterally andmake things happen
Analytical and highly organised
Previous leadership experience within transport, logistics or a similar operational environment
Hold a currentHR licence,(HC or MC highly regarded) plus minimum of 12 months driving experience
Happy toroll your sleeves upand spend time out on site with the team
Be an approachable, authentic, supportive and empathetic leader
Continuous improvement focused; with the ability to deliver short and long term
KPI focused with the ability to perform under pressure
PERKS
We 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 advantages, regardless of your role or location including:
Full-time, permanent role with attractive pay
Salary + Car Allowance + Phone + Super
Uniform and PPE provided
Career development and growth opportunities
Comprehensive training and support
Discounted health fund membership
Fitness Passport eligible company
Salary sacrificing and novated leasing options
Exclusive banking partnerships offering financial, budgeting, and mortgage advice




Cashback at over 100 retailers, including groceries and fuel
Savings on car servicing, parts, accessories, and new vehicle purchases
The security of an essential services industry
NEXT STEPS
Interested applicants shouldAPPLY NOW
Depending on the role, the recruitment process may vary slightly; this could include phone and/or face-to-face interviews, skills-based assessments, pre-employment medicals and of course, an opportunity to meet the team.
To view our other vacancies or more information about the role visit: jjswaste.com.au/careers
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Founded in ****,JJ's Waste & Recyclingis Australia's largest family-owned and operated waste management company.
From our beginnings as a small family business, we've grown into a global operation servicing Australia, New Zealand and the United States.
We're actively involved in environmental management and training, converting waste into clean energy, diverting food waste from landfill by turning it into compost, and manufacturing customised waste management equipment.
We also specialise in asbestos removal, refining and recycling oil, managing and maintaining our fleet in-house, and leveraging our own bespoke technology systems.
On top of that, we operate a dedicated scientific and medical distribution division — making us a truly diverse and innovative organisation.
Despite our size, we are still a family run business and along with that comes good old fashion family values, such as honesty, integrity, humility and respect.
Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, reliability and performance, where every employee is valued and supported to grow, contribute and succeed.
We remain focused on the future - investing in our people, service provision, safety, technology and sustainable waste solutions.
No agencies please, we've got this one covered!
Unsolicited communication will result in the forfeiture of any engagement or partnership.

📌 Senior Operations Manager - Mackay (Queensland)
🏢 JJ's Waste & Recycling
📍 Queensland