General Manager

Barclay Recruitment; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully maintained ute or vehicle

Profit share: 10% from $700k to $1m, 2

Vehicle allowance

Mentorship by founder

Job summary

Barclay Recruitment is partnering with a privately owned commercial roofing business in Brisbane to appoint a General Manager who will take ownership of sales, operations, project delivery and financial performance. You will lead a 30-strong team, drive accountability and deliver exceptional results under the founder's direction.

This is a hands-on leadership role with Monday to Friday work, on-site at the Big Wilston office.

Qualifications

• GM or Operations Manager experience in construction or related fields.
• Strong P&L, budgeting, cash flow and financial management skills.
• Proven ability to drive sales, revenue and business growth.
• Experience leading managers and operational teams.
• Commercial project management, scheduling and cost control.
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements.
• Experience improving business processes and team performance.
• Excellent client relationship and communication skills.
• Current White Card and Australian driver's licence.
• Roofing, building maintenance or remediation experience a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the business.
• Drive sales activity, new business opportunities and revenue growth.
• Lead and develop the management team and operational staff.
• Oversee project delivery so quality, budgets and deadlines are met.
• Manage financial performance, profitability, costs and cash flow.
• Build strong client relationships and deliver exceptional service.
• Maintain high standards of workplace health, safety and compliance.
• Improve business systems, processes and operational efficiency.
• Build a positive culture of accountability, teamwork and performance.
• Develop your people, recognise achievements and manage performance.
• Monitor business results, identify challenges and implement solutions.

Skills

GM/Operations leadership

P&L management

Budgeting & cash flow

Sales leadership

Team leadership

Commercial project mgmt

Health & safety knowledge

Client relationship mgmt

Strong communication

Driver's license

Job description

This is an established, privately owned commercial roofing business with a strong reputation, loyal clients and a solid financial foundation.

Specialising in commercial roofing, maintenance and complex projects, the business has built its success on long-term relationships, quality workmanship and delivering solutions where others fall short.

Reporting directly to the founder, you'll take ownership of the business, overseeing sales, operations, project delivery, financial performance and people. You'll lead an established team of 30, drive accountability, improve performance and ensure the business delivers exceptional results. The founder has built a successful business with loyal clients and a clear vision for the future. Now he wants someone to take the reins, lead the team and make it happen.

He sets the direction. You decide how to get there.

Why You Will Working Here

• $150k to $180k base plus super, depending on experience
• Fully maintained ute or vehicle allowance
• Profit share: 10% from $700k to $1m, then 20% of every dollar above
• Be rewarded for the results you deliver and the growth you drive
• Work with a successful entrepreneur who invests in his people
• A visionary founder who trusts you to lead and backs your decisions
• Family-owned, direct access to the owner and no corporate red tape
• Lead a management team (5) with freedom to make your mark
• A people-first culture where respect, trust and integrity matter
• No egos, no excuses. Everyone rolls up their sleeves and delivers
• Plans, not stories. Bring solutions, take ownership and get results
• Spot the tigers! Think ahead, solve problems before they happen
• Do it right first time, take pride in your work and own the result
• No sweatshop. People are treated as people here, never as cogs
• Established business with loyal clients and a strong reputation
• Financially secure, self-funded and positioned for future growth
• Interesting, complex projects that keep you challenged and engaged
• A clear vision, established systems and an experienced team in place
• Be mentored by a founder who leads business advisory boards
• Learn from successful entrepreneurs and experienced business leaders
• Access to a monthly advisory board of experienced founders and GMs
• Genuine career progression with no ceiling on your potential
• An owner who recognises ambition and rewards exceptional results
• Monday to Friday with flexibility around operational needs
• Company phone provided and convenient on-site parking
• Big Wilston office, 10 minutes from the CBD, more desks than people

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the business
• Drive sales activity, new business opportunities and revenue growth
• Lead and develop the management team and operational staff
• Oversee project delivery so quality, budgets and deadlines are met
• Manage financial performance, profitability, costs and cash flow
• Build strong client relationships and deliver exceptional service
• Maintain high standards of workplace health, safety and compliance
• Improve business systems, processes and operational efficiency
• Build a positive culture of accountability, teamwork and performance
• Develop your people, recognise achievements and manage performance
• Monitor business results, identify challenges and implement solutions

About You

You don't need to come from roofing. You need to know what good looks like and have the stomach to make it happen. You care about people, and you care just as much about the outcome.

• You take ownership of results, not make excuses
• You anticipate challenges and act before problems arise
• You communicate openly, even when conversations are difficult
• You're firm but fair, earning respect while getting results
• You understand the bigger picture and make sound business decisions
• You identify issues early and bring solutions, not just problems
• You lead by example, roll up your sleeves and get things done
• You remain calm under pressure and make confident decisions
• You're looking for a long-term opportunity to make a genuine impact

Essential Skills

• GM or Operations Manager experience in construction or related fields
• Strong P&L, budgeting, cash flow and financial management skills
• Proven ability to drive sales, revenue and business growth
• Experience leading managers, supervisors and operational teams
• Commercial project management, scheduling and cost control
• Strong knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements
• Experience improving business processes and team performance
• Excellent client relationship and communication skills
• Confident using financial and job management software
• Current White Card and Australian driver's licence
• Roofing, building maintenance or remediation experience a bonus