Title:  Waste Operations Team Leader

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 are seeking an experienced Team Leader to oversee the delivery and planning of waste management services for our Bluescope Steel contract. This role requires a hands-on leader who will ensure safe, cost-effective service delivery while managing team operations, maintaining quality standards, and coordinating daily activities. You'll serve as the key point of contact with the client, addressing their waste management needs across solid waste and by-products operations. This is an integral position involving day-to-day contract management and team leadership to meet customer requirements and operational excellence.

What's on offer

• An opportunity to undertake a lead role to ensure the successful delivery of our Blue Steel Contract. 

• Competitive remuneration package inclusive of bonus and other company benefits

• Join a global leader in ecological transformation

What you'll be responsible for

• Lead and promote safety, environmental, and quality standards through visible leadership, conducting pre-starts and toolboxes, and investigating all incidents to drive a strong safety culture within the team

• Ensure all team members are adequately trained, qualified, and competent to perform their duties safely and responsibly without risk to health, quality, or the environment

• Maintain effective working relationships with internal teams and Bluescope Steel stakeholders, acting in accordance with Veolia Values and partnering with customers to understand and meet their needs

• Provide technical advice and assistance to customers, maintaining strong client relationships and addressing their waste management requirements

• Manage team development including tracking training requirements for new starters and existing members, coaching and mentoring staff, and recognizing those who exemplify Veolia values

What you'll need to be successful

• Proven leadership experience in Industrial Services within heavy industry, with strong people management capabilities and the ability to coach, develop, and drive team performance

• Demonstrated ability to drive safety behaviour and culture, with Cert IV in Workplace Health and Safety highly desirable (or willingness to obtain)

• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and process improvement skills with strong financial and commercial acumen

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build relationships, influence, and negotiate with internal stakeholders across all organizational levels and key customer contacts

• Strong attention to detail with proven ability to prioritize, multitask, and manage competing demands effectively

• Recognition and reward mindset, actively identifying and celebrating team members who exemplify company values and deliver results

• Valid Driver's Licence and full working rights in Australia required

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 paid volunteer days

• 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.