Operations Manager

About Veolia

Create positive change. Be a champion of Ecological Transformation.

Join Veolia, a global leader with over 170 years of experience, operating in 40+ countries with 220,000 employees worldwide, including 6,500 staff across 300 sites in Australia and New Zealand. As part of our team, you'll contribute to crucial environmental solutions through our innovative Water, Waste, Energy and Industrial Services, helping protect the environment and address essential human needs for a sustainable future.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking a driven Operations Manager to lead the bulk fleet logistics management and the end-to-end asset management for more than 500 mobile and fixed assets across our Resource Recovery Services contract with the City of Gold Coast..You’ll champion safety, compliance and continuous improvement while optimising equipment and asset performance, controlling costs and ensuring reliable operations.

What's on offer

• Competitive salary, bonus, tool of trade vehicle and benefits

• Ongoing career development and progression

• Multi award winning global organisation

What you'll be responsible for

• Lead the Maintenance and Bulk Logistics teams, fostering a high-performing, safety-first culture aligned with Veolia and CoGC (City of Gold Coast) objectives.

• Develop and manage multi-year CapEx and OpEx plans, asset lifecycle strategies, maintenance registers and budgets for more than 500 fixed and mobile assets.

• Oversee asset integrity, preventative and corrective maintenance, breakdown planning and maintenance schedules to maximise equipment availability, reliability and useful life.

• Manage heavy vehicle fleet operations, including route planning, load optimisation, driver performance and compliance with Chain of Responsibility requirements.

• Maintain financial and operational oversight of department budgets, contractors and P&L, while reviewing OEE, asset uptime and fleet efficiency to identify improvement opportunities.

• Provide clear performance reporting to senior leaders and stakeholders, and be an active participant of contract governance forums.

What you'll need to be successful

• Minimum of 7–10 years’ senior leadership experience managing large-scale asset portfolios and commercial transport fleets

• Logistics, Asset Management or Tradesperson (Mechanical) Qualification or equivalent

• Proven visible leadership track record, managing high-performing multi-disciplinary teams, and fostering a safety-first workplace culture

• Demonstrated commitment to safety and compliance to company policies and procedures

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with problem solving ability

• Knowledge of asset maintenance systems

• Experience with Chain of Responsibility legislation, fleet telematic and tracking systems and transport industry safety standards

• Degree or Tertiary Qualification in Engineering, Asset Management, Business Leadership, or Logistics/Supply Chain (desirable)

Veolia’s AlwaysSafe culture means that we care about the safety of people on our sites. We operate a zero tolerance drug and alcohol approach and shortlisted candidates must be prepared to undertake a full pre-employment medical check which includes drug and alcohol screening. Shortlisted candidates must also be willing to undergo a National Police Clearance.

Why Veolia?

At Veolia, we support our people both at work and beyond. Enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed to help you thrive, including:

• Generous paid parental leave and a paid volunteer day

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

• Superannuation contributions on unpaid parental leave

• Fitness Passport and discounted health insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (Thrive) for you and your family

• Car allowances, novated leasing, and vehicle discounts

• Bonus and referral programs, plus employee share plan

• Ongoing professional development and clear career pathways

Veolia is committed to ensuring every employee returns home safely every day under our Always Safe Charter.

Join a team that values your wellbeing, growth, and contribution—while making a real impact on the environment and our communities.

Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion

Veolia is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and accessible environment. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.

Discover more about our benefits, culture, and commitment to diversity at anz.veolia.com/careers.

We value your interest in our employment opportunities and commit to respond to all applications.

Veolia is committed to conducting recruitment in a fair, ethical and transparent manner based solely on merit. Candidates with direct or indirect personal/professional ties to Veolia and/or any third party related to Veolia business (including but not limited to Veolia's suppliers, customers, partners and competitors) must disclose this information.