Dir Healthcare Operations

Operations Director

Clean Harbors is seeking an Operations Director for our Healthcare division to build and lead a growing 70+ person team, innovates, coaches and mentors with overall responsibility for the profitability, growth, service delivery, and management of the rapidly growing and fast-paced medical waste business unit for the Western region.

A results-oriented leader who fosters and creates optimal strategies and conditions to facilitate strong individual and team performance. Fosters and develops a culture aligned with the Company's Health & Safety objectives through active management and mentorship of Branch Managers and other direct reports; assesses depth of talent and expertise in region; identify strategies to effectively manage resources.

Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology come be part of the solution with us.

Why work for Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with Company match
• Competitive pay range of $130,000 with a 30% bonus opportunity
• Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
• Company paid training and tuition reimbursement

Responsibilities

• Ensure Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner
• Develop and manage regional budgets and business plans that align with corporate targets and goals.
• Establish targets and goals for Branch Managers and ensure budgets and business plans are established and managed.
• Monitor performance, implement strategies and action plans to manage and address issues partner with internal departments and stakeholders (i.e. Health and Safety, Transportation Compliance, Human Resources, Finance, etc.) for counsel and expertise and to ensure compliance with policies and legislation.
• Work collectively with other "Pillar" managers to maximize the performance of all CHES opportunities.
• Monitor and actively manage the performance of all branches within the region - KPI's, safety metrics, incidents, new business prospects, revenue achievement, regulatory compliance, etc.
• Partner with internal departments and stakeholders to remove roadblocks and increase efficiencies.
• Prepare business reports and information for senior management. Analyze trends, formulate recommendations and identify business risks and opportunities. Identify strategies that can be actioned and implemented.
• Monitor and actively manage the performance of all branches within the region - KPI's, safety metrics, incidents, new business prospects, revenue achievement, regulatory compliance, etc. Partner with internal departments and stakeholders to remove roadblocks and increase efficiencies.
• Ensure Branch Managers are actively managing to foster a high performing team culture, committed to safety, excellence and development. Partner with HR, Training, Safety, Transportation. Compliance to ensure programs and resources are utilized and value is achieved.

Qualifications

• Seven-ten years of field management experience and three years of hazardous waste and DOT experience required
• Experience in creating and understanding budgets including analysis and creation
• Excellent computer skills with applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to maintain effective professional relationships while leading/mentoring in a team atmosphere
• A team player, with the ability to be a collaborative team member and supportive leader
• Ability to handle confidential information in a discreet and professional manner
• Strong attention to detail and well-developed organizational skills
• Leadership experience
• Perform physical functions per job requirements
• Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position

Preferred Qualifications:

• Established networks and recognition within the industry
• Industry knowledge and/or experience
• Experience in financial capacity is a plus

Clean Harbors Technical Services

• Waste Disposal Comprehensive disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste at Company-owned facilities
• Recycling Services Extensive recycling, reuse and reclamation options for materials such as solvents, chemicals, oil and electrical equipment
• Chemical Packing Safe, efficient handling and disposal of the widest range of chemicals, including reactive and compressed gases
• Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Services HHW collection programs of all types and sizes, facilitated by Clean Harbors expert personnel

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 162060
• Job Category Management
• Posting Date 07/21/2026, 06:33 PM
• Locations 2120 S. Yale Street (A/C), Santa Ana, CA, 92704, US
• Job Schedule Full time
• Pay Range $82000.0 - $230347.0 Annually
• Job Function Branch & Regional Management
• Regular or Temporary Regular