Business Operations Manager

Business Operations Manager

Adelaide

• Do you have an engineering degree with a passion for leading, coaching and mentoring people?
• Join a dynamic and growing organisation committed caring for their employees.
• Shape the future of the organisation and collaborate with talented colleagues.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

This forward-thinking organisation built on core values on caring for people. They are committed to fostering a supportive and caring environment where employees and clients can thrive.

As an engineering consultancy business, our client has maintained a renowned reputation for engineering innovation and pioneering technology, expanding into various fields including traffic, environmental, water, spatial consulting, and asset management. They are recognised for technical excellence and innovation in delivering client solutions.

ROLE

As the Business Operations Manager, you'll join the senior leadership team, playing a pivotal role in enhancing the effectiveness of 10 department managers under your direct supervision. Your responsibilities will include coaching, training, and mentoring these managers to overcome challenges and strategically support their needs. Reporting directly to the CEO, this role offers an opportunity for personal and professional growth.

DUTIES

• Lead operational performance across 3 locations, overseeing project delivery and financial performance.
• Build and mentor a strong delivery team, including succession planning for key roles, among 150 full-time employees.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to senior staff across the business
• Collaborate with key stakeholders including the CFO, Workforce Capability Lead, General Counsel, and Clients and Growth Lead to ensure the business runs effetely.
• Performance, risk management, workforce development, and business development.
• Manage project and operational risk, disputes, technical excellence, communication, and operational change within the Operational Centre.
• Foster collaboration with Operations Managers in other states to strengthen project delivery and enable strategic growth.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Must hold an engineering questions
• Previous working experience within a consultancy business
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, train, and mentor
• Ability to engage people and drive a positive culture across the business.

BENEFITS

• Join a rapidly expanding business that can offer long term career opportunities.
• Work for a business that truly values their people, with many employees having 10+ years tenure
• Be part of building, growing, and developing the business
• Training, development and business coach opportunities
• Quarterly wellness bonus of $250 to spend on your health and wellness
• Company share options