This senior leadership role oversees a large, diverse workforce and is accountable for operational performance, financial discipline and the consistent delivery of regulatory, customer and contractual requirements
Job Summary
This senior leadership role oversees a large, diverse workforce and is accountable for operational performance, financial discipline and the consistent delivery of regulatory, customer and contractual requirements.
As the Operations Manager, you will provide strategic operational leadership, driving HSEQ excellence, continuous improvement, and a culture grounded in respect, accountability and safety.
You’ll play a pivotal role in strengthening operational resilience, enhancing customer outcomes, and ensuring the trusted delivery of a critical public utility program.
Matching Summary
This senior leadership role oversees a large, diverse workforce and is accountable for operational performance, financial discipline and the consistent delivery of regulatory, customer and contractual requirements.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
lead water and wastewater network maintenance
champion a safety-first culture
manage operational performance and budgets
drive service quality and efficiency
lead large teams
stakeholder engagement with SA Water
Nice-to-have
strategic operational leadership
values-based leadership
inclusive and respectful workplace culture
continuous improvement initiatives
Key Requirements
Minimum 5 years’ experience in operations leadership
Strong background managing internal workforces and subcontractors
Proven ability to lead large teams
Deep understanding of civil construction or water/wastewater network management
Exceptional stakeholder management, communication and people-leadership skills