If you're confident, curious and keen to build a real career in sales and business development — not just clock in for a job — this could be the opportunity that gets you moving.
Wanless Waste Management is looking for a Business Development Cadet to join our Dandenong South team and learn the ropes in one of Australia's most essential and sustainability-focused industries.
Why You'll Love This Role
This is a hands-on, learn-by-doing role where you'll be mentored by experienced people and supported to build real confidence in business development.
You won't be stuck behind a desk all day, you'll be making calls, meeting businesses, getting out in the field and learning how to turn conversations into opportunities.
What You'll Be Doing
Learning the world of business development from people who know the game
Researching and identifying new opportunities across retail, commercial and industrial sectors
Participating in door-to-door sales in a designated territory to canvas and connect with local businesses, generate leads and promote our offerings
Making outbound calls, introducing Wanless services and starting conversations with potential customers
Supporting CRM updates, pipeline tracking and client record management
Sitting in on client meetings and industry events to learn how strong relationships are built
Helping prepare quotes and proposals and learning what it takes to close the deal
Keeping an eye on competitors, market trends and new opportunities
Working with internal teams to understand how smart, tailored waste and recycling solutions are created
Learning how to communicate value clearly, confidently and professionally
You don't need waste or recycling experience we can teach that.
What we're really looking for is attitude, energy and someone who's willing to have a go.
You're someone who is:
Confident, motivated and ready to back yourself




Comfortable talking to people in person and over the phone
Keen to learn, grow and build a long-term career
Organised, reliable and well presented
Resilient — a "no" doesn't stop you from trying again
Interested in sustainability, recycling and environmental services
Holding a current driver's licence with reliable transport
What's In It For You?
Competitive base salary — negotiable if you bring relevant experience
Uncapped commission structure
Clear career progression in a stable, growing business
Supportive leaders who invest in your development
Free Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
A chance to build a career in a purpose-driven, sustainability-focused industry
Wanless Waste Management is a proudly Australian-owned and operated company, built on a foundation of integrity, service and innovation.
Since our inception, we've experienced rapid growth, driven by fair pricing, a solid commitment to customer satisfaction, and our ability to deliver quality, timely service.
We are more than a waste management business.
At Wanless, we are industry leaders in resource recovery, recycling and sustainable waste solutions.
Our mission is to rethink waste, reduce environmental impact, and help businesses and communities transition to a circular economy.
As we continue to grow, we're looking for like-minded individuals who share our passion for sustainability, innovation, and making a real difference.
Join us and be part of a company that's shaping the future of waste management in Australia.
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.
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📌 Junior Sales Cadet – Dandenong (Melbourne)
🏢 Wanless Waste Management
📍 Melbourne