Location: Coolum Beach, QLD, 4573
Full-Time: Immediate start
Job Title: Corporate General manager
Salary range: $160,000 - $200,000
Job Closure date: 30 days
Introduction
On behalf of our client, a pioneering innovator in the high-voltage semiconductor space, we are seeking a strategic and visionary Corporate General Manager to lead their agile organization.
Our client is dedicated to revolutionizing electric transportation through the development of cutting-edge power semiconductor devices that are critical to the performance of next-generation EV drivetrains, battery systems, and energy management solutions.
This is a unique opportunity to helm a company at the absolute forefront of clean energy technology, located in the vibrant innovation hub of Coolum Beach, QLD.
About the Role
As the Corporate General Manager, you will be the cornerstone of the company's strategic and operational leadership.
You will be responsible for transforming advanced technological R&D; into commercial success and market leadership.
This role requires a leader who can navigate the complexities of a high-growth technology sector, driving all aspects of the business to achieve ambitious goals for growth, profitability, and industry impact.
You will provide the day-to-day direction while setting the long-term vision that will solidify our client's position as a global leader in EV power electronics.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic Vision & Commercial Leadership
• Develop and execute the overarching corporate strategy, defining clear objectives, policies, and performance standards to accelerate market penetration and maximize profitability.
• Oversee the entire product lifecycle, from initial concept through to commercial launch, ensuring that R&D; roadmaps are aligned with market demands and commercial opportunities.
• Authorize capital allocation and funding for major strategic programs, including new product development, manufacturing scale-up, and market expansion initiatives.
Financial Stewardship & Operational Excellence
• Assume full P&L; responsibility, directing the integrated functions of finance, sales, marketing, and HR to create a cohesive and high-performing business model.
• Prepare and present detailed financial reports, comprehensive annual budgets, and accurate long-range forecasts to the board of directors and investors.
• Drive continuous improvement in operational efficiency across the organization, optimizing processes from semiconductor design validation to supply chain management.
Stakeholder Engagement & Industry Representation
• Act as the primary corporate ambassador at international industry conventions, technical seminars, and investor forums, championing the company's technological leadership.
• Lead critical negotiations with key partners, including global automotive OEMs, strategic suppliers, and technology collaborators.
• Foster a culture of collaboration by liaising between R&D;, engineering, and commercial teams to ensure strategic alignment and breakthrough innovation.
Human Capital & Organizational Development
• Select, mentor, and manage the performance of a senior leadership team, fostering an environment of accountability, innovation, and excellence.
• Develop and implement strategies to attract, retain, and develop top-tier talent in competitive fields such as power electronics engineering and semiconductor physics.
• Champion a safe, inclusive, and high-performance workplace culture that empowers employees to contribute to the company's ambitious mission.
Skills, Experience & Requirements
• A minimum of 5 years of extensive and proven experience in a senior executive or general management role, ideally within the technology, advanced manufacturing, automotive, or clean energy sectors.
• A demonstrable track record of success in a senior leadership capacity, with experience managing, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams of technical staff and contractors.
• Strong financial acumen and business intelligence, with proficiency in MS Office and hands-on experience utilizing advanced financial modelling, ERP, and strategic planning software.
• Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a proven capacity to assess market dynamics, make data-driven decisions, and lead an organization through rapid growth and change.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the executive presence to represent the company at the highest levels and the ability to inspire a technically skilled workforce.
Application Process
If you are a strategic leader with a passion for clean technology and the expertise to guide a pioneering company to new heights, we invite you to apply.
Please submit your resume and a detailed cover letter outlining your suitability for this critical role.
Please note: Our recruitment agency is managing this search exclusively on behalf of our client.
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.
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