Hands-on compliance, operations and process improvement role within an established scrap metal recycling business. Work closely with the CEO and external advisers to translate regulatory and operational requirements into practical processes. Take ownership of implementing procedures, maintaining compliance systems and ensuring actions are followed through. Focus on environmental compliance (EPA Victoria), workplace safety, operational processes and continuous improvement. This is not a technical compliance specialist role. Requirements will be guided by the CEO and external advisers.
Key responsibilities
Coordinate EPA, environmental, workplace safety and other compliance requirements
Develop, document and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs), checklists and internal controls
Maintain compliance registers, records, documentation and reporting deadlines
Coordinate with external compliance, safety and environmental advisers
Identify process gaps and drive practical operational improvements




Follow up with staff and management to ensure procedures are consistently followed
Work directly with the CEO to prioritise and implement compliance and operational initiatives
Support general office administration and provide occasional backup to finance and bookkeeping functions
About you
Previous experience in compliance coordination, operational administration, quality systems, safety coordination or process improvement
Solid organisational skills, attention to detail and a structured, process-driven mindset
Demonstrated ability to develop procedures, implement systems and follow through on actions
Confident communicator who can work with management, operational staff and external advisers
Proactive, practical and comfortable taking ownership of projects
Excellent written and spoken English
Comfortable working in a hands-on industrial environment
Based in Dandenong or surrounding areas, with reliable personal transport
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📌 Compliance & Operations Coordinator (Melbourne)
🏢 Hawk Professionals
📍 Melbourne