Director, Institute Operations - Sustainable Minerals Institute

Sustainable Minerals Institute

St Lucia, Queensland, Australia
Not specified
Leading multi-functional professional services teams
Managing substantial budgets and governance frameworks
Navigating federated structures with multiple stakeholders
The Sustainable Minerals Institute is seeking a Director of Institute Operations to oversee operational excellence and strategic initiatives within a research-focused environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in complex organizational structures, particularly within the university or research sectors, and demonstrate strong leadership capabilities

Job Summary

  • The Director plays a pivotal role in translating strategy into action to ensure the Institute operates with clarity, rigour, and purpose.
  • You will partner closely with the Senior Leadership Team to execute strategic priorities and enable high-impact research outcomes across a globally connected institute.
  • This role involves leading a diverse portfolio of professional services including business management, finance, marketing, communications, safety, and administration.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The Sustainable Minerals Institute is seeking a Director of Institute Operations to oversee operational excellence and strategic initiatives within a research-focused environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in complex organizational structures, particularly within the university or research sectors, and demonstrate strong leadership capabilities.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Leading multi-functional professional services teams
  • Managing substantial budgets and governance frameworks
  • Navigating federated structures with multiple stakeholders

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in university or research sector environments
  • Calm and considered leadership style
  • Inclusive and collaborative culture building

Key Requirements

  • Extensive experience in complex organisations
  • Proven track record managing large multi-functional teams
  • Unrestricted work rights in Australia required

Work Rights

Must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia

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