Technical Manager - Recycling and Waste Treatment

REMONDIS Australia is seeking a Technical Manager for Recycling and Waste Treatment in Woodridge, Australia. The role involves overseeing technical projects from design to commissioning of waste processing facilities, managing project tasks and costs, preparing reports, and mentoring staff. Candidates should have engineering qualifications, project management experience, and knowledge of waste management practices. The position does not offer remote work opportunities.
About The Role

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the waste and recycling industry? Join REMONDIS Australia, a global leader in waste management and recycling, as a Technical Manager – Recycling & Waste Treatment.

In this role you'll will work closely with internal and external stakeholders across a huge variety of projects with the ongoing support and guidance of the National Technical Manager. You'll be focused to assist with the identification and implementation of technical projects from design to commissioning of plants and/or equipment.

Key Responsibilities
• Design, construct, retrofit, install, and commission recycling and waste processing facilities within Australia.
• Lead complex and high-value projects with a proven track record of project delivery.
• Develop technical concepts and create site and plant layouts.
• Manage projects, closely tracking tasks and costs in line with the project plan.
• Prepare management reports, project updates, and technical reviews.
• Assist with tender estimations, preparations, and due diligence activities as required.
• Review operations and make improvement suggestions for different business units and plants.
• Mentor and teach technical and operational personnel.
• Influence teams and project stakeholders to achieve the best outcome for the business.

Who You Are
• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering or similar
• Previous experience in a similar role as a Lead Engineer or Project Manager
• IT Literacy (MS Office) and Project Management Software (MS Project)
• Drafting and modelling software such as AutoCAD or Solidworks is desirable
• Understanding of PFDs (Process Flow Diagrams) and P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams)
• Understanding of Waste Management practices and Environmental Legislation
• You thrive in a role with end-to-end ownership of projects with variety, accountability and the chance to see projects through to completion and delivery
• Sound commercial and technical engineering understanding of the waste industry or similar technical industry
• Excellent communicator with a natural desire to problem solve and innovate with a growth mindset
• Strong business acumen and experience in financial reporting
• Demonstrated experience in an Engineering/Project Management role, with a history of delivering complex and high-value projects
• Formal project management qualification or training
• Strong technical skills in designing and constructing waste processing facilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Operational experience in working with transport, waste management, energy, or mining sectors, with prior work in the Australian Waste Management industry being desirable

Who are we?

REMONDIS is one of the world’s largest recycling, service and water companies. With 1,100 employees and 38 business locations, REMONDIS has been operating in Australia for 40 years, now servicing more than 24,000 commercial and industrial customers. We work collaboratively with customers and local authorities to deliver innovative, safe and reliable solutions across all industry sectors.

The waste industry is evolving at a cracking pace. We are also in the midst of our own organisational evolution. We are building the systems, processes and infrastructure we need to remain at the forefront of the circular economy journey. As such, we’re searching for individuals who have the resilience and drive required to help us on that path.

Together, we believe we can achieve a more sustainable future; a future in which waste is a resource.

Reasons you’ll stay

Autonomy: You’ll have the empowerment you need to be successful and the independence and autonomy to thrive

Flexibility: You’ll be given the freedom to prioritise your time and working preferences

Work that matters: Contribute to a more sustainable future. The solutions you’ll be

representing will support businesses, the community and the environment

Career opportunities: We are growing and with growth comes opportunity. Your personal and professional growth will be in overdrive

If you are passionate about making a difference and have the expertise to lead technical projects in the waste industry, we would love to hear from you.

Are you with us? To apply
• You’ll need a copy of a current license and proof of entitlement to work in Australia.
• You’ll undergo a police check and pre-employment medical, including a drug and alcohol test.

REMONDIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we invite you to be part of an organisation that fosters a diverse workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

If you’re passionate about the environment and eager to help organizations, make sustainable choices, we’d love to hear from you!