General Manager - Industrial & Resources East At UGL, we deliver critical assets and essential services that keep Australia moving.
Working alongside some of the nation's largest resources, energy and industrial organisations, we create solutions that drive performance, reliability and growth.
We are now seeking an accomplished General Manager - Industrial & Resources East (IRE) to lead one of UGL's most significant Services Division portfolios.
Based in Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney and reporting directly to the Executive General Manager Services, this executive leadership role offers full accountability for operational performance, strategic growth and commercial outcomes across a national portfolio of maintenance, shutdown, operations and minor capital works contracts.
About the Opportunity
This is a rare opportunity to lead a portfolio generating approximately $250M-$300M in annual revenue, with significant growth potential.
You will oversee a diverse portfolio of major industrial and resources contracts across Australia, partnering with leading clients across mining, energy, power generation, manufacturing and industrial sectors.
As a key member of the Services leadership team, you will shape the future direction of the business by driving operational excellence, strengthening client partnerships and delivering sustainable growth.
Key Responsibilities
Lead a strong safety culture with an unwavering commitment to Safety
Deliver and exceed revenue, margin and profitability objectives
Develop and execute strategic growth initiatives aligned to the division's five-year plan
Retain and expand existing client contracts while identifying new market opportunities
Provide leadership across maintenance, shutdown,



operations and minor capital project activities
Build, coach and lead a high-performing team of operational and functional leaders
Drive continuous improvement, productivity and innovation initiatives
Maintain strong governance, risk management and compliance standards
Foster trusted relationships with clients, industry stakeholders and executive leaders
Contribute to divisional strategy and broader organisational objectives
About You
You are an experienced executive leader with a proven track record of successfully leading large-scale operational businesses within mining, resources, energy, industrial services or engineering environments.
You will bring:
Significant experience leading complex operational portfolios across multiple contracts or sites
Full P&L; ownership and accountability for substantial business operations
Demonstrated success in growing revenue and securing major contract opportunities
Strong commercial acumen, financial management and contractual expertise
Experience leading senior operational teams in highly regulated and industrial environments
A strategic mindset coupled with strong operational execution capability
Exceptional stakeholder engagement, influencing and negotiation skills
Strong industrial relations awareness and experience working within unionised environments
A tertiary qualification in Engineering, Business,



Commerce or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
Experience within maintenance, shutdowns, operations and brownfield project delivery environments will be highly regarded, as will established relationships across Queensland and East Coast resources and energy markets.
Why Join UGL?
Executive leadership role with significant influence
Full accountability for a major national business portfolio
Chance to shape strategy and drive business growth
Exposure to Australia's leading resources, industrial and energy clients
Support of a highly capable executive leadership team
Career opportunities across UGL and the broader CIMIC Group
A culture focused on safety, performance, collaboration and innovation.
About UGL
UGL is a diversified services company delivering engineering, construction and maintenance solutions across transport, communications, technology systems, power, resources, water and defence sectors.
As part of the CIMIC Group, we combine local expertise with global capability to deliver critical infrastructure and services that support communities and industries across Australia.
At UGL, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, mature-aged workers and individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process.
These may include a national criminal history check and for you to undergo pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol screen.
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