Job Description
At Splend,we'reon a mission to fundamentally change the way people own andoperatea vehicle. With a strategic focus on rideshare, we provide our customers with straightforward, no-strings-attached access to vehicle ownership. But wearen'tjust about
vehicleownership.We
'realso fast-tracking the transition to green mobility, leading the way globally in reducing the carbon footprint of the transportation sector by transitioning our fleet to electric vehicles.
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You'llbe excited to work in this role if...
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You thrive in fastpaced, operational environments and love getting into the detail to make things run smoothly.
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You'reenergisedby leading teams, managing supplier relationships, and driving performance through clear processes and accountability.
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You'reready to make a real impact at a growing company, where your work directly shapes the experience of our customers and the efficiency of our operations.
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About the role
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As Head of Operations,you'lllead our national hub network across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Gold Coast and Adelaide- driving safe,efficientand commercially disciplined operations at scale.You'lllead a team ofManagers,setting the standards and building the capability that underpinsSplend'sgrowth across Australia.You'llalso own fleet disposal strategy-ensuring vehicles exit the fleet at the right time and value tomaximisereturn and keep our fleet profile aligned to commercial targets.
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What you'll be doing
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Leading and developing six Hub Managers across the national network, driving consistent operating
standards,safetyand
service delivery in every market
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Partnering with the National Maintenance Manager to ensure fleet compliance,
vehiclereadinessand
maintenance capacity scales with fleet growth
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Working alongside the National Procurement Manager on vehicle
acquisition,partsand
supplier contracts, including OEM negotiations, to deliver national agreements that improve cost and service outcomes
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Owning the national operations strategy- standardising processes,



driving continuous improvement and lifting productivity and customer experience across all hubs
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Coaching and developing your leadership team, building a high-performing operations function and a strong succession pipeline
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Owning the national operations budget and cost base, ensuring WHS compliance and regulatory requirements are met in every state
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Leading fleet disposal strategy to maximise vehicle return value and keep the fleet's age and condition profile aligned to commercial targets
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What you'll bring to Splend
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10+years'operational leadership experience, including experience leading leaders across multiple sites or locations.
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Experience in
automotive,logistics,
or maintenance sectors, ideally within ascale upenvironment.
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Stronganalytical skills
withconfidencemanaging
budgets,
maintenancecontractsand
procurement agreements.
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The ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders in high pressure situations.
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A
processdrivenandproblem
solvingmindset with the commercial awareness to balance cost control and service quality.
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Benefits & Support
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Bonus scheme: Opportunity to earn based on your performance
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Day off for your Birthday!
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Salary packaging with 15% employer contributions for Electric Vehicles
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Dedicated Learning & Development platform
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Socials: budget for team andcompany widesocial initiatives
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Our Process
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Intro with our
Talentteamtounderstandyour
background,aspirations,and
answer your questions.
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Interview with the hiring manager to discuss your experience and how it aligns with this role.
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Where it applies,



we'll ask you to complete a practical case study.
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Final interview to discussSplend'slong-term vision and to check any remaining questions.
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Unlock job insights
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Hirer responsiveness Salary match Number of applicants
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Your application will include the following questions:
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Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
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Vehicle Rental & Removalists *****,000 employees
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Splend was founded in Sydney Australia in **** in response to the growth of on-demand driving. Our idea was to make vehicle ownership for rideshare drivers more accessible by providing flexible, eco-friendly and more affordable options.
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Since then, we've grown, and Splend now manage the largest Electric Vehicle fleet in Australia. With a strategic focus on the rideshare market and green mobility solutions, Splend is at the intersection of vehicle ownership, financial services, and sustainable mobility solutions.
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We're on a mission to fundamentally change the way people own and operate a vehicle. Join our cause, in creating a cleaner, greener future for all.
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Splend was founded in Sydney Australia in **** in response to the growth of on-demand driving. Our idea was to make vehicle ownership for rideshare drivers more accessible by providing flexible, eco-friendly and more affordable options.
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Since then, we've grown, and Splend now manage the largest Electric Vehicle fleet in Australia. With a strategic focus on the rideshare market and green mobility solutions, Splend is at the intersection of vehicle ownership, financial services, and sustainable mobility solutions.
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We're on a mission to fundamentally change the way people own and operate a vehicle. Join our cause, in creating a cleaner, greener future for all.
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Perks and perks Performance Bonus's Employee Assistance Program Vehicle Discounts & Salary Packaging A day off on your Birthday Access to Learning & Development Resourses
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📌 Head Of Operations (New South Wales)
🏢 Splend
📍 New South Wales