Job Description
Branch Manager - HVAC
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Location: Ballarat, Victoria
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About The Opportunity
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We are seeking an experienced and driven Branch Manager to lead our branch operations in Ballarat. Reporting to the Regional Manager, this hands-on role combines operational management, team leadership, financial accountability, and active sales execution within the trade-based HVAC wholesale sector.
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You will take full ownership of branch performance—driving revenue growth, managing inventory, maintaining P&L; efficiency, and delivering exceptional customer service to HVAC contractors, builders, and maintenance providers.
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Key Responsibilities
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Branch Operations: Oversee day-to-day warehouse operations, order processing, dispatch, receiving, and inventory control to ensure high presentation and operational efficiency.
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Sales & Business Development: Execute branch sales plans, manage key contractor accounts, prepare quotes, and actively prospect for new customers and commercial projects.
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Field Engagement: Conduct client sales calls/visits.
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Financial Oversight: Manage branch P&L; performance, control operational expenditure within budget targets, monitor margins, and assist with credit processes.
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Team Leadership & Culture: Supervise, mentor,



and coach onsite staff (Branch Supervisor, Counter Sales, Storeperson) while fostering a safe, supportive, and high-performance team environment.
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Safety & Compliance: Champion Work Health & Safety (WHS) protocols, ensure quality assurance standards are met, and lead annual stocktakes within accuracy targets.
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What We Are Looking For
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Qualifications: Trade qualification (HVAC, Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, or Mechanical Services) OR a qualification in
Business/Management
(equivalent industry experience highly valued).
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Experience: Proven track record in branch, operations, or sales management within a trade wholesale, HVAC, or distribution environment.
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Leadership Skills: Strong team management capabilities in a rapid-paced operational setting.
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Commercial Acumen: Strong financial literacy with experience in margin management, expenditure control, budgeting, and quoting.
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Product Knowledge: Solid understanding of HVAC systems, components, and trade customer requirements.
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At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

📌 Branch Manager - Hvac - Ballarat
🏢 Randstad - Australia
📍 Ballarat