Operations Director
Brunel is proud to partner with a leading medicinal cannabis company to source an experienced Operations Director for their state-of-the-art GMP-certified facility in WA.
This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in scaling operations within an established and innovative organisation at the forefront of the Australian medicinal cannabis industry.
About the Role
The successful candidate will have extensive experience in managing large-scale cannabis production facilities, ensuring compliance with GMP regulations while driving efficiency and quality in extraction and manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee the operational management of a GMP-certified cannabis production facility.
* Manage indoor and outdoor grow operations, producing tonnes from cultivation.
* Lead and develop a team of 20, including extraction specialists and quality managers.
* Ensure continuous production with structured shift patterns, daily harvesting and processing.
* Develop and enforce SOPs, compliance documentation, and validation processes.
* Work closely with Quality and Validation teams to maintain regulatory standards.
Requirements:
* 5+ years' experience in a similar role within the cannabis or pharmaceutical industry.
* Proven experience in start-ups and scaling operations, strong background in GMP compliance, extraction, and manufacturing.
* Strong leadership and operational management skills, high-performance culture drive.
As an ideal candidate, you will be able to lead a team effectively, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and ensure seamless day-to-day operations. We are seeking someone who can motivate staff members to deliver results, take initiative, and collaborate to achieve organisational objectives.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package to attract the best talent in the industry. This role provides an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic organisation and contribute to its growth and success.