Project Manager – Remote Operations
Salary: $171,171 plus super
Roster: 8:6 FIFO roster
Location: South Australia. Point of hire can be Adelaide or Perth
About Compass Group
Compass Group provides essential services across remote mining operations throughout Australia, delivering integrated solutions across Catering, Retail, Cleaning, Facilities Management and Administration.
We pride ourselves on delivering safe, high-quality services that create a home away from home for our clients and customers, while supporting our people to thrive in remote environments.
This role is ideal for a client-focused operational leader with a safety-first mindset, strong commercial acumen, people leadership capability and the ability to drive Operational Excellence.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our remote operations in South Australia.
This role is ideal for a client-focused operational leader with strong commercial acumen, people leadership capability and a safety-first mindset. You will work closely with Unit Managers and the Account Manager to deliver contractual outcomes, drive performance and foster a strong operational culture across site.
Key Responsibilities
Actively drive a positive, collaborative culture across all assets with a safety-first mindset
Establish and monitor Operational Excellence standards and procedures
Effectively leverage Compass Systems and resources to deliver Operational Excellence
Maintain a strong client and customer focus, anticipating needs and delivering added value
Build and sustain effective client relationships, ensuring contractual obligations are met
Consumer Sales & Service Excellence
Establish and monitor high-quality operational standards across the site
Drive strategies to improve service delivery, customer satisfaction, volumes and margins
Champion site presentation, brand and merchandising standards
Develop and implement retail sales and marketing strategies
Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
Commercial & Financial Performance
Manage cost of food and goods in line with budgeted targets
Drive operational efficiencies to deliver sustainable financial outcomes
Prepare and manage budgets in collaboration with Unit Managers and Commercial teams
Monitor financial performance using Compass Group systems and implement corrective actions
Ensure accurate and timely client billing and management of debtor days
Leadership & Compliance
Provide leadership, coaching and operational support to Unit Managers and site leaders
Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory and Compass Group standards
Identify and mitigate operational risks, minimising incidents
Establish strong internal and external stakeholder relationships
Monitor, report and adjust performance against agreed targets
People Leadership
Lead recruitment, onboarding and retention strategies
Build a positive, inclusive and high-performing workplace culture
Support leader development and succession planning
Ensure performance management, recognition and training pathways are embedded
Health, Safety & Environment
Demonstrate visible commitment to safety leadership
Embed Compass Group's Safety Culture framework
Ensure compliance with WHS, food safety (HACCP) and environmental standards
Coach leaders to identify, eliminate or reduce risk
The person
Min 5 years' experience in an operational leadership role
Proven capability to deliver operational excellence
Proven capability to build a high performance team
Strong understanding of WHS, food safety and environmental compliance
Proven commercial acumen, including budget management
Ability to build strong relationships with clients and diverse stakeholders
Sound knowledge of workplace relations and awards
Strong IT and systems capability
Desirable:
Business or Degree qualification
Contract management experience
Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
FIFO or remote operations experience
The Benefits
Competitive FIFO salary + super
FIFO roster with flights, accommodation, meals and uniforms provided
Access to site facilities (gym, recreation and social activities)
Comprehensive onboarding and training through Compass Group
Ongoing leadership development and career progression
Paid parental leave and salary sacrifice options
Access to wellbeing, retail and lifestyle programs
Diversity & Inclusion
Our people are at the heart of what we do. We are committed to creating inclusive workplaces where everyone feels valued and supported.
We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and people with disability.