Title:  Collections Services Manager - Metro

About Veolia

Join Veolia, a global environmental leader with 170+ years of experience across 40+ countries. With 220,000 employees worldwide and 6,500 staff at 300 ANZ sites, we deliver innovative Water, Waste, Energy and Industrial Services for a sustainable future. 

The Opportunity

Veolia ANZ is seeking a Collection Services (Metropolitan) to join our Environmental Services team based in Kilburn, SA. This is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing metropolitan collection services and fleet operations across South Australia. Reporting directly to the General Manager, managing a team of experienced leaders while driving strategic initiatives, operational excellence, safety performance and commercial outcomes. Working closely with internal stakeholders and customers, you will identify opportunities to improve efficiency, support business growth and deliver exceptional service. 

What's on offer

• Join a market leader in ecological transformation

• Senior leadership role with the opportunity to influence business strategy and performance

• Access to corporate discounts such as health insurance, tyres and shares programs

• Career development through structured leadership programs and genuine progression opportunities

What you'll be responsible for

• Lead metropolitan collection services and fleet operations across South Australia

• Manage resource allocation to meet balanced scorecard objectives and KPI targets

• Oversee Adelaide Waste Collection Services budgets while driving commercial performance

• Champion efficiency through route optimisation, fleet utilisation and continuous improvement initiatives

• Lead, coach and develop a team of experienced Operations Managers and Supervisors through performance management, goal setting and development planning

• Monitor operational performance, commercial outcomes and key business metrics

• Build strong relationships across Fleet and Sales to support customer outcomes, business growth and tender opportunities

• Evaluate business opportunities and support new business bid preparations

• Ensure compliance with relevant Awards, EBAs, NHVR requirements and Veolia safety standards in partnership with the SHEQ team

• Champion a high-performing culture aligned with Veolia values

What you'll need to be successful

• Tertiary qualifications in Business, Logistics or a related discipline are desirable, or equivalent operational leadership experience

• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale transport, logistics, fleet or operational environments

• Strong commercial acumen with experience improving performance and efficiencies

• Strong understanding of heavy vehicle operations, transport safety and environmental compliance

• Experience managing teams in safety-focused environments and driving continuous improvement

• Ability to build strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders

• Sound knowledge of relevant regulatory and legislative requirements

• Waste industry experience is advantageous but not essential

• Current Australian Driver's Licence

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 paid volunteer days

• Flexible working arrangements where operationally suitable

• Superannuation contributions on unpaid parental leave

• Fitness Passport and discounted health insurance

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

• Car allowance, novated leasing and vehicle discounts

• Annual incentive opportunity

• 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.