Operations Manager

Lead the operation. Build the team. Grow the business.

About the role

You will lead and grow Reds Global's South Australia operations. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for the safe, reliable and profitable delivery of SA projects, while building strong client relationships and securing new work. Operations comes first, with strong sales and business development skills essential.

Key responsibilities

• Leading SA tower crane, rigging, labour hire and associated operations
• Managing project mobilisation, delivery, labour, crews and operational performance
• Driving safety, WHS, VOC and compliance standards
• Managing labour utilisation, productivity, rostering and project costs
• Building a strong local network of operators, dogmen, riggers, supervisors and technicians
• Identifying and resolving operational risks early
• Developing relationships with Tier 1 and Tier 2 builders, contractors, infrastructure and energy clients
• Identifying new projects and business opportunities
• Supporting proposals, negotiations and commercial discussions
• Helping convert opportunities into profitable secured work

About you

• Strong experience in the tower crane, crane, rigging, lifting or major construction industry
• Proven operational management and people leadership experience
• Exposure to Tier 1 construction and major projects
• Strong safety and commercial awareness
• Experience managing labour, utilisation and project costs
• Strong client relationship skills
• A genuine business development and sales mindset
• Evidence you have helped originate, negotiate or close significant work
• Confidence dealing with senior project and commercial decision-makers

About us

Reds Global is a leading Australian tower crane and specialist labour provider, delivering complex lifting solutions for major construction and infrastructure projects across the country. With a strong and growing presence in South Australia, Reds Global is already working alongside Tier 1 builders, contractors and major project teams, bringing proven capability, experienced people and practical crane solutions to the SA market.

We offer our staff:

• A company that acts on safety and really puts safety first
• A growing business
• Training and development opportunities
• A work structure which allows you to own your role and be accountable for results

If you believe you are the right fit for our progressive and dynamic team, please send your cover letter and resume directly through SEEK.

Please note our recruitment process involves undertaking a Medical, and Police check.