As an Operations Manager, you will be responsible for leading a multidisciplinary team of employees and subcontractors in delivering technical and logistical services to the 1 Aviation Regiment (1Avn) Operational Unit at RAAF Base Townsville and Army Aviation Training Centre (AAvnTC).
Skill Requirements
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate between stakeholders of differing cultural backgrounds and experience.
* Business acumen to ensure prioritization and pragmatic deconfliction of stakeholder competing needs.
* Emotional intelligence to intuitively identify and action stakeholders' needs when conducting business in a high tempo environment.
You will liaise and maintain relationships with Defence stakeholders and external agencies. Your responsibilities will include ensuring continued competence of all personnel engaged in maintenance by facilitating and conducting/overseeing the Commonwealth's training program as required. You must also ensure compliance of BDA personnel to BDA mandatory training requirements.
Main Responsibilities
1. Lead with Excellence: Provide leadership and management to our Maintenance Team, driving exceptional performance and results.
2. Collaborate for Success: Work closely with Boeing and ADF leadership to integrate efforts and deliver outstanding outcomes.
3. Oversee Major Operations: Manage the deployment of Boeing personnel during customer deployments and exercises.
4. Optimize Maintenance Schedules: Ensure fleet and maintenance staggers provide daily flying program needs and long-term sustainable fleet health.
5. Uphold Standards: Ensure adherence to Boeing policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
6. Foster Team Development: Use your exceptional soft skills to lead and manage a team of over 50 technical personnel, promoting safety, harmony, and professional growth.
7. Drive Ethical Practices: Ensure that team objectives are met while upholding our ethical values and compliance with legislative, DASR, ISO, and Boeing standards.
This role requires a strong focus on managing a high-performing team, fostering open communication, and ensuring seamless integration with external partners. As an ideal candidate, you possess excellent leadership skills, a deep understanding of industry standards, and a passion for innovation.
About This Role
This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of our organization by providing strategic guidance, direction, and support to our teams. If you're a seasoned operations professional looking to leverage your expertise in a dynamic and challenging environment, this is an excellent chance to grow professionally and make a meaningful impact.