Armidale & Surrounds | Leadership Role | Company Vehicle | Genuine Career Growth
About Us
JR Richards & Sons is a proudly Australian, family-owned resource recovery company with a long history of serving more than 30 local Councils across NSW and northern Victoria.
With over 600 employees and a fleet of 350+ heavy vehicles, we're industry leaders in sustainable waste collection, recycling, and organics recovery diverting more than 100,000 tonnes from landfill each year.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do.
We value safety, innovation, teamwork and a down to earth, high-performance culture where everyone is supported to do their best work.
We are committed to equal opportunity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
The Opportunity
We're looking for an experiencedOperations Supervisorto lead the safe and efficient delivery of domestic and commercial waste services across theArmidale & Surrounds region.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll oversee day to day operations, support your drivers, build strong relationships with Councils and customers, and ensure safety and compliance standards are consistently upheld.
If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely influence outcomes, lead a great team, and be part of a stable and growing business - this is it.
What You'll Be Doing
Lead daily operations to ensure safety, efficiency and high-quality service delivery
Ensure compliance with NHVR, WHS and all regulatory requirements
Oversee payroll, run sheets, DVRs and incident reporting
Monitor fleet utilisation and support continuous improvement




Build strong communication between management, drivers and stakeholders
Engage with Councils and customers to maintain strong service relationships
Identify inefficiencies and implement practical solutions
Provide clear direction and guidance to the operational team
Manage training, performance, and qualifications for the driver workforce
Champion a positive, secure and collaborative workplace culture
What You Bring
Experience in operations or a similar blue-collar environment
Class HR driver's licence
Strong communication, leadership and conflict-resolution skills
Ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced setting
Understanding of WHS and NHVR obligations
Problem-solving ability and strong attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Experience in waste management or contract management (desirable)
A genuine commitment to safety, teamwork and continuous improvement
Why You'll Love Working With Us
Attractive salary package + maintained company vehicle
Mentoring and development from highly experienced industry leaders
Access toFitness Passportto support your physical wellbeing
Access toIntellect -Wellbeing platform for you and your family
Financial wellbeing benefits through partnerships withthree major banks
Access to NIB - exclusive health cover benefits
A safe, inclusive, and professional working environment
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're a proactive leader who thrives in operations and takes pride in delivering results, we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Operations Supervisor - Armidale
🏢 JR Richards & Sons
📍 Armidale