Operations & Business Development Manager - Landscape Maintenance

Environmental Industries is a leading Construction, Commercial Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance company, providing services throughout Western Australia. The group has been operating for over 40 years and has experienced significant growth through the successful delivery of some of Western Australia's largest, most complex, and award-winning projects.

At Environmental Industries, we are passionate about creating and maintaining inspiring spaces for Western Australian communities. We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Operations Manager to lead our North & Northwest Maintenance Divisions , drive sustainable business growth, strengthen client partnerships, and deliver operational excellence across our landscape maintenance operations.

This is a senior leadership role based in Carabooda , responsible for leading Area Managers and operational teams across the North and Northwest Divisions. Working closely with the General Manager, you will be responsible for driving division performance, identifying and securing growth opportunities, developing key client relationships, and ensuring the successful delivery of maintenance services across a growing portfolio of contracts.

The Position

As Operations Manager, you will be responsible for leading and managing the Landscape Maintenance North and Northwest Divisions to achieve both the Company's purpose of delivering and maintaining inspiring spaces for WA communities and the Division's operational and commercial objectives. A key focus of this role is the growth of the Maintenance Division through client relationship management, contract retention, contract expansion, and the identification of new business opportunities.

Key responsibilities include:

Lead and manage the Landscape Maintenance Divisions and its operational teams to achieve business objectives.

Drive divisional performance across revenue, profitability, productivity, safety, and client satisfaction.

Develop and execute strategies to achieve sustainable revenue growth and increased market share.

Build, strengthen,



and manage key client relationships to maximise contract retention and growth opportunities.

Identify, pursue, and convert new business opportunities within the commercial landscaping and grounds maintenance sectors.

Support tendering, pricing, contract negotiations, and business development initiatives.

Develop and monitor divisional goals, KPIs, budgets, and improvement initiatives.

Oversee compliance with legislative, contractual, and company requirements.

Lead a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental management systems.

Identify opportunities for operational improvement, innovation, and service excellence.

Foster a high-performance culture through coaching, leadership, and team development.

About You

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

Proven experience in a senior management role within landscape maintenance, commercial landscaping, horticulture, facilities management, or a related service industry.

Strong business development and client relationship management experience.

A demonstrated history of identifying and securing new business opportunities and growing existing client portfolios.

Strong commercial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, contract management, and profitability analysis.

Demonstrated success in achieving revenue, financial, and operational objectives.

Proven experience leading and developing high-performing teams.

Strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and communication skills.

Demonstrated project and contract management experience.

A commitment to workplace health, safety, and environmental compliance.

The ability to lead change, drive continuous improvement, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Current Driver's Licence.

National Police Clearance.

Strong understanding of Workplace Health and Safety requirements.





Desirable Qualifications

Qualification in Landscaping, Horticulture, or a related discipline.

Qualification in Leadership, Management or Project Management.

Why Join Environmental Industries?

We offer an attractive remuneration package including:

- Competitive salary package.
- Fully maintained company vehicle and phone
- Annual profit bonus prospect.
- 9-day fortnight.
- Supportive leadership team.
- The opportunity to lead a highly capable team and contribute to projects that enhance WA communities.

Everyone is Welcome

Environmental Industries is committed to creating a workplace where diversity, inclusion, respect, and equal opportunity are embedded in everything we do.

Through initiatives including our Indigenous Participation and Reconciliation Action Plan, we actively support increased participation and representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability and other underrepresented groups within our workforce.

We encourage all suitably qualified candidates to apply because everyone is welcome.

To be successful, applicants must hold current Australian working rights and be willing to provide evidence of qualifications, licences, and experience. A National Police Clearance will also be required. Applications from candidates with a criminal history will be assessed on their individual merits and the inherent requirements of the role.

Environmental Industries has been trading since 1980 and during the company’s history we have gained extensive experience in the delivery of high quality projects. We have enjoyed the opportunity to deliver and maintain inspiring spaces throughout Western Australia.

As a leader in the industry, Environmental Industries delivers high quality maintenance and construction services to a diverse range of clients in the Government, commercial, education, health, sporting and events sectors.

Our team of landscape professionals have extensive horticultural knowledge, ensuring a deep understanding of the intricacies involved in creating and maintaining stunning outdoor spaces.

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📌 Operations & Business Development Manager - Landscape Maintenance (Wanneroo)
🏢 Environmental Industries
📍 Wanneroo