Operations Manager

Hays · Townsville QLD · Full time
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Operations Manager

KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Lead construction operations and teams for modular building projects.
  • Ensure project delivery, cost control, and compliance with safety standards.
  • Foster a strong safety culture while managing subcontractors and stakeholders.

Lead construction operations, projects and teams with an industry leader.

Your new company
Our client is a globally recognised provider of modular buildings, workforce accommodation and logistics solutions. With a strong reputation for safety, innovation and operational excellence, they deliver high-quality projects across a range of industries. Their collaborative culture and commitment to continuous improvement make them an employer of choice for experienced operational leaders.

Your new role
As Operations Manager, you will take ownership of site and yard operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and profitably. You will lead operational teams, oversee modular building installations and coordinate contractors, subcontractors and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing the execution of modular building installations, retrofits and service works.
  • Overseeing project delivery, cost control, quality assurance and compliance documentation.
  • Leading operational, yard and installation teams while fostering a strong safety culture.
  • Coordinating contractors, trades and project stakeholders to ensure project success.
  • Managing hire fleet operations and maintaining assets to company standards.
  • Ensuring compliance with HSEQ policies and client site requirements.
  • Supporting project programming, resource allocation and operational improvements.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful, you will be an experienced operations or construction leader with strong technical knowledge and a proven ability to manage people, projects and stakeholders.

You will possess:

  • Demonstrated experience in construction, project delivery or operational management.
  • Strong understanding of construction processes and site operations.
  • Proven leadership experience managing teams and subcontractors.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Strong organisational, prioritisation and problem-solving abilities.
  • Construction White Card and Site Supervisor Licence.
  • Certificate IV in Building and Construction, or currently working towards completion.

Previous experience within modular construction, building services or a similar operational leadership role will be highly regarded.

What you'll get in return

  • Permanent full-time leadership opportunity.
  • Opportunity to lead complex projects and operational teams.
  • Supportive and safety-focused culture.
  • Career development opportunities within a global organisation.
  • Diverse projects and stakeholder engagement across multiple worksites.
  • Competitive salary package and employee benefits.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Stacey.Fear@hays.com.au, or call Stacey now on 07 4417 1139.

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Asset managementBuilding and construction certificate ivConstructionConstruction management softwareConstruction processesConstruction white cardExcellent communication skillsHealth, safety, environment and quality (hseq) policiesLeadershipLogistics coordinationOperational managementProblem solvingProject deliverySite operationsSite supervisor licenceStakeholder engagementTeam management

Licenses & certifications

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Career development opportunitiesCompetitive salary package and employee benefitsSupportive and safety-focused culture
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