Company

Our client is an established Australian engineering business specialising in the design, manufacture and delivery of pumping and water infrastructure solutions.

Working with water authorities, councils, civil contractors and major property developers, they deliver complete pump station projects from initial design and engineering through to manufacture, installation and commissioning.

Position

Based in Canberra, the Operations Manager is a key leadership position responsible for the overall operational and commercial performance of the business.

Reporting to the General Manager and Board of Directors, you will lead the delivery of the company's business strategy, with responsibility for projects, people, operational performance and full P&L.;

The focus will be on ensuring projects are delivered effectively, improving operational efficiency and profitability, and driving consistent execution of systems and processes across the business.

Key Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day operations and project delivery across the business
Full P&L; responsibility, including budgets, forecasting, margins and commercial performance
Oversee projects from design and engineering through manufacture, installation, commissioning and handover




Lead and support internal engineering and project management teams
Manage subcontractors and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget
Drive operational efficiency, project controls and continuous improvement
Work closely with the General Manager and Board to execute the broader business strategy
Build robust relationships with clients, consultants, contractors and key stakeholders

Requirements
Engineering, construction or infrastructure project delivery background
Solid understanding of project and commercial management
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing operational performance
Demonstrated P&L; and financial management capability
Solid leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills
Water, wastewater, pumping or broader civil infrastructure experience would be highly regards

What's on Offer
Senior leadership position with significant influence across the business
Established and growing Australian engineering company
Full operational and commercial responsibility
Diverse water infrastructure and pump station projects
Canberra-based role with long-term career potential
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📌 Operations Manager Pumping Systems Canberra (Australia)
🏢 W3 Associates Pty
📍 Australia