Operations Manager - Events

About the Client:
Australian Green Clean’s (AGC) vision is to make the world more liveable and they pride themselves on being the market leaders in delivering sustainable, reliable, quality and affordable cleaning and waste management services. In doing so, they are limiting waste going to landfill and toxic chemicals being used throughout Australia.

They have grown their portfolio of clients to include commercial premises, major festivals, events, venues, stadiums as well as providing sustainable consumables and washroom supplies. With over a 30-year history, Australian Green Clean employ over 500 staff working in over 600 sites throughout Australia.
 
What you will be doing and will be responsible for:
In support of growth, AGC are seeking an experienced Operations Manager in Events to join this exciting, long standing, continually growing organisation. The role will lead 3 direct reports and support a wider team of around 40 people.
 
This position will oversee the effective operations all events and contracted venues.
 
Along with the CFO, Operations Manager – Commercial, this position will report to the Managing Director.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily operations to deliver key business objectives, meet budgets and GP goals for events and venues.
• Be the operational lead on large events including Royal Adelaide Show and Adelaide 500.
• Lead a team of 3 to successfully achieve their KPIs and oversee a team of approximately 40 casuals.
• Assess, hire and develop staffing within area.
• Ensure a high level of client happiness and the highest standard of delivery against all contractual obligations.
• Ensure all contract and compliance requirements are met.
• Build strong relationships with all suppliers/event organisers and key event/venue stakeholders.

What you look like’ and need to demonstrate to be successful’.

• Prior experience in an Operations, Venue or Event manager position overseeing the successful execution of numerous, large events.
• At least 5 year’s experience managing a labour-intensive business.
• Prior experience in waste, hygiene or cleaning industries viewed favourably, particularly around understanding machinery, equipment and planning requirements for large scale projects.
• Understanding of WH&S systems, industrial relations and legislation
• High energy and appetite for growth.
• Desire to be part of the leadership team and be flexible subject to the requirements of the business.
• Strong people manager known for developing, motivating and retaining their teams.
• Excellent time and project management skills.
• Known for being an expert in problem solving, making this happen and jumping in where required to ensure the job gets done to a high standard and clients are not disappointed.
• Willingness to be both hands on and strategic.
• Professional personal presentation.
• Excellent understanding of MS Office Suite, rostering and other cloud-based software.

Capable of accommodating flexible work hours to meet the demands of the dynamic events industry. This position will be required and must be able to regularly work weekends.
 
Why choose Australian Green Clean?

• Powerful mission to make a real difference in the world.
• Amazing People and Culture.
• Family orientated, stable company.

Sound like you?
Want to find out more information, please feel free to contact Kate on 0435 843 *** or to apply please provide a cover letter which highlights your experience relevant to this advertisement and your resume!
 
We reserve the right to make an offer at any time through the recruitment process. We encourage those interested in the position to submit their application as soon as possible!
 
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