GENERAL MANAGER

Position: General Manager
Job Type: Permanent
Reports To: Managing Director 
Direct Reports: Operations Managers, Site Managers, Technical Personnel and other designated functional leads

KEY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. DRIVE BUSINESS PERFORMANCE AND PROFITABILITY

Develop and implement business plans, budgets and financial targets.

Manage P&L performance, revenue, operating costs and capital expenditure.

Identify business opportunities to increase revenue, profitability and market share.

Drive cost optimisation, financial discipline and efficient resource utilisation.

Monitor performance and report results, risks and corrective actions to management.

2. OVERSEE LANDFILL AND MATERIAL RECOVERY OPERATIONS

Oversee landfill operations, waste disposal, site management and material recovery activities.

Ensure operational efficiency, service reliability and compliance with approved procedures.

Maximise the recovery, recycling and commercialisation of reusable materials.

Oversee equipment utilisation, maintenance and infrastructure development.

Monitor landfill capacity, site development and environmental control measures.

Ensure effective management of leachate, landfill gas, odour, dust and other environmental risks.

3. ENSURE REGULATORY COMPLIANCE AND OPERATIONAL SAFETY

Ensure compliance with applicable environmental laws, permits, licences and operational standards.

Enforce health, safety and environmental requirements across all operational sites.

Identify and mitigate operational, environmental and business risks.

Ensure incidents, compliance gaps and operational issues are addressed promptly.

Promote continuous improvement in safety, quality and environmental performance.

4. LEAD AND DEVELOP THE WORKFORCE

Provide leadership and performance oversight to site managers, operations teams and other functional leads.

Establish clear performance targets and accountability mechanisms.

Drive employee productivity, training and leadership development.

Promote teamwork, professionalism and a performance-driven culture.

5. DRIVE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND STAKEHOLDER RELATIONS

Identify opportunities for business expansion, recycling, material recovery and circular-economy initiatives.

Develop and maintain relationships with customers, regulators, government agencies, contractors and other stakeholders.

Ensure customer satisfaction and effective service delivery.

Represent the organisation in stakeholder engagements and commercial negotiations.

6. MONITOR PERFORMANCE AND CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

Establish and monitor KPIs for financial performance, operational efficiency, safety and environmental compliance.

Review operational results and implement corrective actions where necessary.

Identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce costs and enhance service delivery.

Prepare regular management reports on performance, risks and business opportunities.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Master’s degree in Environmental Management, Engineering, Finance, Operations Management or a related field.

Relevant professional certification in management, operations, engineering or health and safety will be an advantage. Certifications such as NEBOSH, PMP or ACCA are desirable where relevant.

At least seven years’ experience in a managerial or supervisory leadership role.

Experience in landfill operations, solid waste management or environmental services is preferred.

Proven experience in P&L management, budgeting, commercial growth and strategic planning.

Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing complex stakeholder relationships.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Strategic Leadership

Business and Commercial Acumen

P&L and Financial Management

Operational Excellence

Recycling, Recovery and Circular-Economy Principles

Business Development

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

People Leadership

Communication

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their updated CV to [email protected]

Applicants should use “Application for General Manager - WASTE LANDFILLS” as the subject of the email.

Application Deadline: Monday, 2 November 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.