·Pilbara Residential Based - Karratha
·Rare Leadership Opportunity
·Award Winning Environmental Consultancy
This is a rare leadership opportunity for anOperations Managerwho trulyunderstands the Pilbara. The region's ancient landforms, globally significant biodiversity, and plant communities found nowhere else on Earth offer unparalleled opportunities for meaningful ecological work.
You will lead day-to-day operations in this award-winning environmental consultancy, enabling the Managing Director to focus on strategic growth and developing company culture. The growing team includes 10 field and technical staff, supported by a part-time Administrative Officer.
If you are ready to have real influence, technical autonomy, and long-term career growth in a boutique consultancy, this role is for you.
Why this role stands out
* True seniority: run the day-to-day operations of the business
* Pilbara-based decision making and understanding: no remote head office
* Flexible work model: balance office, field and home-based work
* Boutique environment: your expertise genuinely matters
* Career growth: play a key role as the business expands
The work you'll leadOperations and Compliance
* Oversee project readiness and mobilisation, ensuring all operational, HSE, training, and site requirements are in place.
* Manage compliance, licensing, and training records to ensure staff, permits, and regulatory requirements remain current and audit-ready.
* Coordinate vehicles, plant, equipment, and stock to maintain operational readiness, efficiency, and accurate asset tracking.
* Monitor operational costs, revenue, and profitability, providing insights and reporting to support decision-making.
* Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency as the business grows.
* Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of the HSE Management System.
People and Performance
* Manage the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, HR support, and acting as the first point of contact for people matters.
* Manage employee performance through clear expectations, regular feedback, formal reviews, and early intervention to support capability, accountability, and team development.
Business Development and Growth
* Lead the establishment and scaling of the business's second office in Karratha.
* Proactively identify and communicate business development opportunities to support revenue growth, including preparing job quotes for review.
Client and Stakeholder Engagement
* Maintain strong communication with clients and external stakeholders, addressing issues early, and supporting effective outcomes.
This role is for you if you have:
* 5+years' experience in a leadership role within operations, compliance, or project delivery.
* Experience in environmental, land-management, mining services or a similar industry.
* Demonstrated experience managing HSE, HR, systems and financial processes.
* Highly organised, proactive, and detail-oriented.
* Strong communication skills with internal and external stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
* Continuous improvement mindset.
Highly desirable:
* A degree in Environmental Science/Management or Cultural Heritage Management.
* Demonstrated experience working with Traditional Owners and managing heritage or social heritage matters.
* Demonstrated experience scaling teams or branch operations.
* Familiarity with Pilbara ecological or land-management projects.
What's on offer
* Competitive remuneration aligned to experience
* Flexible hours and work-from-home options
* Professional development and career progression
* A senior management position in a respected, growing ecological consultancy
Why this is a rare opportunity
* Operations Managers with deep Pilbara experience are scarce. Roles that offer genuine authority, technical respect, flexibility and long-term career growth are even rarer. This is your chance to work in a business that values expertise, offers autonomy, and allows you to make a lasting impact on the Pilbara.
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