Job Title
Chief Operating Officer Job Description
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Key Responsibilities
* Provide strategic leadership across all Corporate Operations functions, including Compliance, Facilities, ICT, Business Development, Marketing, and External Relations.
* Oversee day-to-day operations, driving efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement across divisions.
* Collaborate with the CEO, executive team, and General Managers to develop and execute long-term operational strategies that support growth and innovation.
* Support the development and execution of sales strategies and contribute to market intelligence to ensure agile responses to emerging opportunities.
* Work closely with the CFO to manage budgets, forecasting, and financial performance within the Operations Division, ensuring effective resource allocation.
* Lead risk and compliance functions, ensuring policies and mitigation strategies are in place to maintain business continuity and organisational resilience.
* Build strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, representing the organisation with credibility and professionalism.
Requirements
* Be an Australian Citizen
* Hold a current Australian Government Security Clearance (Negative Vetting 2 preferred) or be willing to obtain one
* Have excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
* A Bachelor's degree or Post Graduate qualification in Business, Human Resources, Government, or a relevant field. MBA Preferred.
* A current Company Directors Course qualification or the ability to acquire one
* Minimum 10 years' senior or executive management experience in a relevant field
* Strong strategic thinking and execution capability
* Proven experience in change leadership, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration
The successful candidate will benefit from a comprehensive handover with the outgoing COO, enabling a smooth and informed transition into the role and will be ably supported by a strong, dedicated team of senior managers and support staff.
About Us
This is a diverse and collective experience based company established on integrity. Its strength is its people and culture.
The company supports Australian Government, Defence, and Private Sector clients. The company prides itself on its integrity, excellence, and innovation which ensures tailored delivery to valued clients and creates long-term partnerships in the areas it operates.
The company values are critical to the services that we provide and define us as an organisation. Our creative ideas and innovation ensure that we deliver a service to the highest levels. The company values are: Respect, Trust, Agility, Humility.
Securing tomorrow today.