Lester Blades - Executive Search & Board Advisory The company specialises in addressing complex communication challenges in urban, remote and harsh operating environments and is involved in the comprehensive process of designing, engineering, procuring, manufacturing, installing, commissioning, and maintaining various communication systems The Position: In this role, you will report directly to the Managing Director and lead a small yet expanding team in WA and the ACT. With a keen emphasis on human resources management, operations, financial management, strategic planning and execution, your responsibilities will encompass: Establishing and maintaining a high performing company culture and employer brand. Assisting in the development and delivery of strategic and operational plans and defining the company's pathway to growth and diversification. Overseeing daily operations across multiple locations to ensure the achievement of company objectives and targets. Improving organisational effectiveness by developing and implementing industry best practice internal processes. Delivering on agreed budget and cost control targets. Supporting the bid management process. Assuming overall responsibility for the company's Integrated Management System and ensuring appropriate Risk Management Strategies/Controls are in place. Reviewing cost control on contracts and projects and adhering to contractual obligations to ensure customer satisfaction. Collaborating with company owners and the Advisory Board and providing regular reports on company performance. Acting as the company representative when engaging with customers, federal and state government representatives, other stakeholders and the general public. This presents an exceptional career opportunity for a proactive, hands-on leader with a strong commercial focus to make a significant contribution to the continued success of the business. About You: You must be able to demonstrate substantial commercial expertise in a senior managerial capacity, ideally within fields such as product innovation, manufacturing, or supply chain and procurement, with a specific focus on the Defence Supply Chain. A solid understanding of Defence requirements as a primary client, along with previous direct engagement with the Commonwealth Government in terms of stakeholder management and contract reporting would be highly valued. As a self-motivated individual capable of guiding a team towards making impactful contributions, you should demonstrate the ambition and potential to advance your career, aspiring to assume the CEO role eventually. Ideally, you will possess: Strong technical understanding underpinned by higher education studies in Engineering, Electronic Systems or Commerce. Strategic mindset, analytical and critical thinking skills. Strong working knowledge of project management concepts and best practices. A high level of integrity and confidentiality. Please note Australian Citizenship is essential and the successful candidate must be eligible to achieve a Defence Baseline Security Clearance . Confidential telephone enquiries may be made to Tina Jackson on 08 9221 0744 . Our preference is to receive your application by 4pm WST, Thursday 18th April 2024. Candidates' rights under the Privacy Act will be observed at all times. ABOUT LESTER BLADES Lester Blades is a Western Australian owned executive search firm with local specialisation and international reach. We focus on uncompromising excellence in service to clients in the identification of Non-Executive Directors, CEO's and a range of other senior executive and functional leadership roles. Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. What can I earn as a Chief Operating Officer #J-18808-Ljbffr
