About us
WM New Zealand is New Zealand's leading resource recovery, recycling, and waste management, provider. We’re committed to safeguarding our beautiful environment through sustainable management of our valuable resources. Put simply, sustainability is what we do.
Job DescriptionAbout the Role
Join our dynamic team based in Kopu as an Operations Supervisor! We’re seeking an experienced leader to oversee daily operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, and compliance.
This is a key leadership role, responsible for ensuring the efficient ongoing operation including cost oversight and managing a team.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Supervise daily operational activities and performance.
- Conduct toolbox talks and safety meetings to enhance communication.
- Execute business strategy while managing costs for optimal profitability.
- Oversee waste haulage contractors and recyclable material processing.
- Prepare work rosters and allocate tasks effectively.
- Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures.
- Monitor site performance and conduct regular inspections.
- Ability to operate on site Yellow Plant
- Address maintenance and servicing issues promptly.
- Support administrative systems and ensure contractor induction.
About you
We are looking for candidates with proven experience in operations management or supervisory roles, along with strong leadership and communication skills.
- Knowledge of HSEQ and environmental legislation
- Sound Microsoft office skills
- Moderate experience with mobile plant and machine operations
- WTR is required or the ability of obtain.
- Knowledge of special waste types and disposal methodology
- Knowledge of safe working practices of mobile plant
- Current Heavy transport Class 2 license is desirable
What is in for you
We offer a very competitive package, and opportunities to further expand your career with New Zealand’s largest waste collection company.
- A competitive salary
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages work-life balance.
How to apply
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Please note - we do not always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering applications as they are received so we encourage you to apply early.
WM is an EEO employer and promotes drug and alcohol-free workplaces.
You must be in New Zealand and hold a current work visa/residency or NZ citizenship.
What We Do
WM New Zealand is New Zealand's leading resource recovery, recycling and waste, and environmental services provider, driven by our focus on safety, sustainability, and service and underpinned by innovation. We provide recycling and resource recovery services, solid waste management, liquid and hazardous waste collection, treatment and disposal. We design and operate state-of-the-art waste management and recycling facilities nationwide, including leading edge sustainable modern landfill and energy parks, material recovery facilities, transfer stations and liquid, hazardous and medical waste processing facilities. We understand that our biggest asset is our people and we’re committed to their safety and wellbeing. We’re a company where every day our people get to make a difference – whether this be through exploring recycling opportunities, looking at new ways to create energy from waste, or delivering a great customer service to building facilities that will last a lifetime. We work with a diverse range of customers, from residential homes and small businesses, councils, through to large multinational commercial and industrial clients that span almost every industry in New Zealand, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive range of services that can be tailored to meet the needs of our customers. Our focus is on the future, the possibilities it holds, and ultimately the protection of it.
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