The Company

This is a rare senior leadership opportunity within one of World’s leading materials handling and industrial manufacturing businesses. This role is the key role for their NSW footprint which is responsible for the procuring, processing, and sales across both domestic and international markets. The General Manager will have full P&L accountability for the NSW operations, including sales, supply chain and  operations.

This role is focused on delivering profitable growth, operational excellence, and superior customer outcomes by leveraging people, process and operations management. You will lead the development and implementation of strategic business plans, drive operational performance, and ensure a safe, cost-effective, and high-performing operation. Additionally, you will contribute to the broader organisation across Australia to optimise performance and identify growth opportunities.
 
The Role

Reporting to the MD and sitting as part of the National Senior Leadership team your responsibilities will include:

• Deliver the State’s business plan and strategic imperatives to achieve P&L targets.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team, driving alignment to business goals and ensuring succession planning.
• Oversee trading operations, establish volume and margin targets, and develop new supplier relationships.
• Ensure safe operations through leadership, compliance with Codes of Practice, and active risk management.
• Manage operations across 5 sites, optimising processing capability and reducing operational costs.
• Monitor market trends to identify medium-term opportunities and threats, and collaborate on growth strategies.
• Drive operational excellence, continuous improvement, and cost efficiency.
• Build enduring relationships with suppliers, industry bodies, regulators, and stakeholders.
• Prepare performance reports, reviews, and capital expenditure plans for key business initiatives.

Your Background

In order to be successful in this role you will have the following skills & experience:

• Degree in Business, Engineering, or Operations discipline preferred.
• Proven senior leadership experience with P&L accountability in a complex operations environment. Those with experience managing mobile equipment and materials movements will be looked at favourable.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to analyse market trends, margins, and forecasts.
• Demonstrated success in multi-site leadership and cross-functional team management.
• Exceptional relationship management, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Experience in safety, compliance, and operational risk management.

 
What’s On Offer

This is an executive leadership role with significant influence on both strategic and operational outcomes. You will shape the growth and profitability of the NSW business, lead a substantial workforce, and partner with national leadership to drive excellence and innovation in a fast-moving industry.

If this opportunity sounds like it may be of interest, please submit your resume or for a confidential discussion, please phone Clinton Holmes on 03) 9823 7402