Lead the people, processes and workflow behind one of South Australia's leading signage businessesSigns SA – Signarama Salisbury is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day operational performance of our business.Reporting directly to the General Manager, this is a senior leadership position responsible for managing the complete workflow across our design, print, production and installation departments.This is not a hands-on production role although you will be assisting when required.
We are looking for an experienced operational leader who can manage through people, improve systems and processes, anticipate challenges and keep the business thinking two steps ahead.You will work closely with our General Manager, department coordinators and wider leadership team to ensure projects move efficiently from sale and design through to production, installation and completion.The roleAs Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the overall coordination, performance and continuous improvement of our operational departments.Your responsibilities will include:Leading and supporting the Design, Print, Production and Installation teamsManaging the complete operational workflow from project handover through to completionEnsuring jobs are properly planned, resourced, scheduled and deliveredWorking with department coordinators to establish clear priorities and accountabilityIdentifying potential workflow, capacity or resourcing issues before they affect deliveryMonitoring project deadlines, productivity, quality and operational performanceDeveloping and implementing improved systems, processes and operating strategiesEnsuring strong communication between Sales, Design, Production and InstallationReviewing workloads and ensuring labour,



equipment and external resources are used effectivelySupporting managers and coordinators to develop their leadership and decision-making capabilitiesDriving a culture of accountability, forward planning and continuous improvementMaintaining high standards of quality, presentation, safety and customer serviceProviding the General Manager with clear operational reporting, recommendations and solutionsHelping prepare the business for continued growth and increasingly complex projectsAbout youYou will be an experienced operations or production leader who understands how to manage multiple departments, competing priorities and deadline-driven projects.Signage experience will be highly regarded but not essential.Importantly, you will be someone who leads through structure, communication and accountability - not by trying to personally do everyone else's job.You will ideally bring:Demonstrated experience in an Operations Manager, Production Manager or comparable senior leadership positionExperience managing multidisciplinary teams and complex operational workflowsStrong people leadership and team-development skillsThe ability to manage managers, supervisors or department coordinatorsExcellent planning, scheduling and problem-solving capabilitiesA process-focused mindset and a genuine interest in continuous improvementStrong commercial awareness and an understanding of productivity, labour and operational costsThe confidence to challenge existing practices and introduce better ways of workingThe ability to remain calm, organised and decisive when priorities changeStrong communication skills across operational,



sales and senior-management teamsA practical understanding of workplace health and safety, quality control and operational complianceExperience within signage, printing, manufacturing, fabrication, construction, fit-outs or another project-based production environment would be highly regarded.
However, direct signage experience is not essential if you have the right leadership and operational-management background.What success looks likeSuccess in this role will mean:The operational team clearly understands its priorities and responsibilitiesWorkflow is visible, planned and controlledPotential problems are identified early rather than addressed after deadlines are missedDepartments communicate and work together effectivelyManagers and coordinators are supported but held accountableProjects are completed safely, efficiently and to the expected standardThe General Manager has a capable operational leader who can take genuine ownership of deliverySigns SA – Signarama Salisbury is an established South Australian business delivering everything from individual signage projects to major rebrands, fleet programs, event signage and complex commercial installations.We have an experienced team, extensive in-house production capabilities and a strong portfolio of major clients and high-profile projects.This is an chance to join our senior leadership team and play an important role in developing the people, systems and operational strategies that will support the next stage of our growth.We offer:A genuine senior-management position with direct access to the General ManagerThe opportunity to influence how the business operates and developsA diverse, fast-moving project environmentAn established operational team and substantial in-house capabilitiesCompany vehicle by negotiationLong-term career potential for the right person
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📌 Operations Manager (Adelaide)
🏢 Signs SA (Signarama Salisbury)
📍 Adelaide