Chief Executive Officer

Hudson; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 280,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

A strategic provider of engineering services is seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead their business strategy and operational excellence. Responsible for financial performance and organizational growth, the CEO will work closely with the Board to ensure market leadership and implementation of innovative solutions. The role requires a strong executive leader with a proven track record in strategic leadership and stakeholder engagement, particularly in the mining or heavy industry sectors. Competitive remuneration package offered.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Influential leadership role

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a senior executive with growth outcomes in a comparable sector.
• Strong governance and regulatory compliance skills.
• Exceptional communication skills with executive stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the company’s strategic plan.
• Set strategy to increase market share and improve margins.
• Cultivate relationships with major clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder management

Financial acumen

Operational excellence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or MBA

Job description

AUD 280000 - 3200000 per annum, L/STI bonus

About the Company We are a strategic provider of engineering, support services to the mining and a diverse set of industry sectors. We partner with a diverse portfolio of organisations and sectors to deliver reliable, safe, and innovative solutions that enhance site productivity and sustainability. As we scale and grow market share, we are seeking a visionary CEO to lead our business strategy, performance, and culture, ensuring sustainable growth, strong governance, and exceptional client outcomes.

The Role As Chief Executive Officer, you will be the executive leader responsible for the company’s long-term strategic direction, financial performance, and operational excellence. You will work closely with the Board and the executive team to set and execute a clear vision, align all functions (Sales, Operations, Engineering, R&D, and Finance), and drive growth and profitability. This role emphasizes strategic leadership, executive governance, and high-level client engagement, with sales performance delivered through a high-calibre sales organisation led by the National Sales – Major Projects Manager and the Sales Director/Head of Sales.

Key Responsibilities.

• Lead the development and execution of the company’s strategic plan in alignment with the Board’s vision, ensuring growth, profitability, and market leadership.
• Set a bold but achievable strategy to increase market share, improve margins, and enhance organisational performance across all functions.
• Drive executive management performance, establish and monitor KPIs for each department to deliver on strategic targets.
• Oversee strategic growth initiatives (market expansion, new revenue streams, innovation, and R&D) rather than acting as the primary personal sales driver; ensure a high-functioning sales ecosystem supports major projects and strategic clients.
• Guide financial planning and performance management, including budgeting, reporting, and cost control to achieve EBITDA targets.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, risk management, HSEQ excellence, and ethical governance across the organisation.
• Foster a strong, positive organizational culture with focus on leadership development, succession planning, and employee engagement, while maintaining and growing turnover targets.
• Cultivate and sustain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including major customers, suppliers, and strategic partners and represent the company at the CEO level with major clients.
• Maintain relentless focus on brand, value proposition, and market differentiation; champion communications that align internal initiatives with external market positioning.

Essential Experience and Qualifications.

• Bachelor’s degree electrical with advanced qualifications or an MBA. Coupled with heavy industry knowledge across engineering, mining, manufacturing industries.
• Proven track record as a senior executive (CEO/Managing Director or equivalent) with demonstrable growth outcomes in a comparable sector; mining-related exposure is highly preferred.
• Strong strategic, financial, and operational acumen with a history of scaling organisations, improving market share, margins, and overall performance.
• Experience leading diverse functions and driving performance through accountable, KPI-driven leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute growth strategies, including market expansion, product/offer development, and new revenue streams.
• Strong governance, risk, and WHSEQ leadership and a commitment to regulatory compliance and ethical standards.
• Exceptional stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills; ability to engage with executive clients and major project stakeholders at the executive level.

What We Offer.

• A compelling remuneration package aligned with company growth and Board expectations.
• An influential leadership role in a growth-focused organisation with ambitious and strong strategic plans.
• A collaborative, high-performance culture that values integrity, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Opportunity to shape a scalable business in the heavy industry and industrial services sector.
• Supportive board and executive team environment with clear accountability and standards.

Key Attributes.

• Visionary leader with a track record of translating strategy into actionable plans.
• Commercially astute with a balanced approach to growth, profitability, and risk.
• People-first leader who develops teams, mentors leaders, and fosters a high-engagement culture.
• Comfortable operating at the executive level with major clients and strategic stakeholders.
• Rigor in governance, safety, and compliance; data-driven decision maker.

How to Apply. Please submit your resume directly and a cover letter covering the following.

• Your strategic leadership track record and how you’ve delivered growth and improved profitability.
• Your experience working in or with the mining or heavy industry sector and any related regulatory or WHSEQ exposure.
• How you would align cross-functional teams (Sales, Operations, Engineering, R&D, Finance) to deliver the company’s strategic objectives and growth.
• Live examples of a growth initiatives that you have led from concept to execution and the measurable outcomes.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Hudson Hudson is committed to helping you find a workplace where you feel respected, supported, and free to thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences—because when different voices come together, amazing things happen.

Casual Loading Please note for all Australian based contract and temporary roles only, the pay rate is inclusive of mandatory 25% casual loading. This excludes permanent and fixed term roles.