This opportunity is with a well-established provider of wet and dry plant hire equipment, supplying quality earthmoving machinery and operators to construction and civil infrastructure projects across WA.
The business is well positioned in the market and is looking to strengthen its presence and grow its client base.
About the Role
This is a fully remote, fully autonomous Business Manager role reporting directly to the Managing Director.
You will own the commercial side of the business end to end, from winning the work and negotiating terms through to mobilisation, account management and getting paid.
You will be trusted to manage your own time, workload and territory, with the freedom to be where you need to be to get plant out on hire and revenue coming through the door.
The focus is on results, not hours or location.
An established network within the mobile plant hire space is essential, as is a commercially savvy approach to structuring and negotiating hire agreements that protect the business.
Key Responsibilities
Develop relationships and win new business with civil, construction and mining clients
Maintain and grow the existing client portfolio through proactive account management
Price wet and dry plant hire accurately and competitively
Negotiate hire agreements and commercial terms that balance competitiveness with risk mitigation
Coordinate mobilisation and demobilisation of plant and operators to site
Manage the asset list, including plant availability, utilisation and allocation across hires




Oversee invoicing and payment chasing to keep receivables on track
Monitor market and industry trends to identify upcoming project opportunities
Develop and implement a business plan in line with company growth objectives
Manage your own pipeline, track performance against agreed targets and report back to the Managing Director
Skills & Experience Required
Minimum 5 years in a similar business development or business management role
Proven background in the civil construction or plant hire industry
Established, active network within the mobile plant hire space
Commercially savvy with robust negotiation skills
Sound understanding of hire agreement pricing structures and risk mitigation
Capable of effectively pricing wet and dry plant
Experience managing mobilisation, accounts and receivables
Experience working with clients in the Pilbara region
Self-motivated and able to manage your own time and workload without supervision
$180k to $220k base + Super
Attractive commission scheme paying on every hire.
Get rewarded for your success!
All tools of the trade including vehicle, fuel card, credit card, laptop and phone
Fully remote working with the trust and support of the Managing Director
Genuine work life balance, no office commute and flexibility around family commitments
Opportunity to grow with an outcomes led business as it builds on its position in the market
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📌 Business Manager Perth • 180K/Year - 220K/Year • Civils • (Western Australia)
🏢 Ava James Recruitment
📍 Western Australia