Regional General Manager – Southern Region (VIC & SA)
Job no:******
Work type:Full time
Location:Melbourne
Categories:General Management
Regional General Manager - Southern Region
Highly competitive base +33% Bonus + 24k car allowance
At Schindler, we have a great culture that is supportive and inclusive
Based in Port Melbourne - Onsite parking - Permanent full-time position
Opportunity to lead a high-performing region with one of the world's leading elevator companies
Competitive Base | 12% Super | 33% Bonus | $24k Car Allowance | Educational support | Staff discount scheme | Even B-day off!
At Schindler, we areall about our culture!
We focus onsupporting our employeesto meet their full potential through careful selection andconstant developmentto make them a leader in their area.
You will have the chance togrow and develop both personally and professionallywhilst working with a excellent bunch of people.
We offer job stability to our employees as we focus onpromoting from withinand foresee a growth trajectory of our business in the coming years.
About the role:
We have an exciting opportunity for an experiencedRegional General Managerto lead our Victoria and South Australia business.
Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will be responsible for the overall performance of the region, including strategic planning, financial results, sales growth, customer satisfaction, operational excellence, people leadership, and safety performance.
As a member of the senior leadership team, you will formulate and execute regional strategies aligned with Schindler Australia's objectives while ensuring a high-performing, customer-focused, and safety-driven culture.
This role requires a commercially astute and inspirational leader who can drive business performance, develop strong customer relationships, and lead a diverse team through continued growth and change.
What's in it for you:




Highly attractive financial Base + 12% Super
33% Annual Bonus
Car allowance of $24,000
Career progression opportunities within a global organisation
Supportive, collaborative and values-driven culture
Opportunity to accesseducational support, access to staff discount scheme,and a wide variety of social activities
You will even get a day off for your birthday!
VFO days, target-based days off
Key Accountabilities:
Develop and execute the regional business strategyaligned with Schindler Australia's objectives
Drive profitable growthacross Recent Installations, Existing Installations and Modernisation business lines
Deliver regional financial targets, budgets, forecastsand business performance objectives
Maintain strong governance, financial accountability and effective forecasting processes
Lead and develop a high-performing leadership team, driving engagement, capability and succession planning
Build and maintain strategic relationships with key customers and industry stakeholders
Ensure customer satisfaction measures are monitored and continuously improved
Drive sales performance and identify opportunities to grow market share within the region
Ensure compliance with all Schindler policies, quality systems and business processes
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and operational excellence
Promote and model Schindler's values, strategy and customer-first mindset across the region
Drive and promote a strong safety culture, ensuring safety remains the highest priority at all times
Requirements for the role:




Proven experience in a Regional General Manager, General Manager, State Manager, Business Unit Manager or similar senior leadership position
Experience within the Lift, Construction, Building Services, Infrastructure, HVAC, Electrical, Facilities Management or related industries
Degree or diploma in Engineering, Business or a related discipline
MBA or postgraduate business qualification highly regarded
Demonstrated success managing P&L; performance, budgets, forecasting and commercial outcomes
Strong leadership and people management skillswith experience leading large and diverse teams
Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management capabilities
Solid customer focus with the ability to build long-term strategic relationships
Proven ability to drive business growth, operational excellence and continuous improvement
Strong commitment to safety, quality, compliance and employee engagement
About Schindler:
Schindler Lifts Australia is part of the Schindler Group, one of the top elevator companies in the world, spanning100 countrieswith more than64,000 employees worldwide.
We are one of the largest suppliers of new elevators, escalators and moving walkways in Australia today, employing over1,200 employeeswho design install, service and modernise urban transport systems for almost every building type.
At Schindler, we differentiate ourselves with our contemporary technology and innovative people.
We supportdiversity and inclusion in all our workplaces; women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people with a multicultural background or a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
Please note we do not accept applications from recruitment agents for any position, this includes those that are submitted directly to the company or where the recruiter has contacted a manager.
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📌 Regional General Manager – Southern Region (Vic & Sa) (Melbourne)
🏢 Schindler Lifts
📍 Melbourne