Operations Manager

MAAS Group Holdings; Gracemere; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Employee benefits platform

Banking benefits

Recognition program

Job summary

Schwarz, a subsidiary of MAAS Group Holdings, is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead the Schwarz civil and rail operations. You will provide strategic and operational leadership, ensuring safe, quality and profitable project delivery while driving growth and stakeholder relations.

You will oversee budgets, forecasts and team performance, fostering a high-performance culture and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements across multiple large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or related discipline.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence.
• Construction Industry White Card.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in a senior operational leadership role within civil construction, rail, infrastructure or a related industry.
• Proven experience managing multiple large-scale projects and operational teams.
• Demonstrated track record of delivering strong commercial, operational and financial outcomes.
• Experience managing budgets, forecasts and business performance reporting.
• Strong understanding of civil construction, rail operations and project delivery frameworks.
• Strong leadership and people management capability.
• High-level commercial and financial acumen.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills.
• Strong understanding of contract administration, risk management and compliance obligations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operational performance of the Schwarz business, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time and within budget.
• Drive business growth by identifying opportunities, strengthening client relationships and contributing to strategic planning and commercial decision-making.
• Provide leadership and support to project and operational teams, fostering a high-performance culture focused on accountability, continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Monitor financial performance, including budgets, forecasts, project profitability and resource utilisation, to achieve sustainable business outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality and legislative requirements while maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and key stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Financial acumen

Contract administration

People management

Education

Engineering

Construction Management

Project Management

Business Management

Job description

Are you ready to be part of something big? At Maas Group - Schwarz, we are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead and drive the performance of our Civil and Rail operations. This is a senior leadership opportunity for a commercially focused and operationally driven professional who is passionate about delivering safe, efficient and profitable outcomes while leading high-performing teams.

About the Role

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Operations Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, performance and management of the Schwarz business, encompassing both the Civil and Rail divisions.

You will provide strategic and operational leadership across all projects and business functions, ensuring the delivery of safe, quality and profitable outcomes while driving business growth, operational excellence and strong stakeholder relationships.

What You'll Do

• Lead the operational performance of the Schwarz business, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time and within budget.
• Drive business growth by identifying opportunities, strengthening client relationships and contributing to strategic planning and commercial decision-making.
• Provide leadership and support to project and operational teams, fostering a high-performance culture focused on accountability, continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Monitor financial performance, including budgets, forecasts, project profitability and resource utilisation, to achieve sustainable business outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality and legislative requirements while maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and key stakeholders.

What We're Looking For

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business Management or a related discipline.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence.
• Construction Industry White Card.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in a senior operational leadership role within civil construction, rail, infrastructure or a related industry.
• Proven experience managing multiple large-scale projects and operational teams.
• Demonstrated track record of delivering strong commercial, operational and financial outcomes.
• Experience managing budgets, forecasts and business performance reporting.
• Strong understanding of civil construction, rail operations and project delivery frameworks.
• Strong leadership and people management capability.
• High-level commercial and financial acumen.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills.
• Strong understanding of contract administration, risk management and compliance obligations.

Why Work for Us?

• Competitive Salary & Compensation:Enjoy a competitive remuneration package, including allowances, superannuation, and annual salary reviews to ensure your contributions are recognised and rewarded.
• Career Progression:Grow with us through on-the-job skill development, clear promotion pathways, and a structured mentoring program designed to support your professional aspirations.
• Exclusive Employee Benefits:Take advantage of our exciting Employee Benefits platform, offering exclusive discounts on retail, healthcare, gym memberships, and novated leasing options.
• Financial Perks:Access special Commonwealth Bank Workplace banking benefits to help you make the most of your financial well-being.
• Recognition & Engagement:Be valued through our monthly values' awards program, where outstanding contributions are celebrated in our company newsletter.

About Us

Schwarz, a wholly owned subsidiary of MAAS Group Holdings, is a leading civil construction company specializing in earthworks, infrastructure, rail and renewable energy projects. With a strong presence in Queensland and across Australia, Schwarz delivers high-quality, large-scale projects in mining, energy, transport, and civil infrastructure.

Backed by MAAS Group's industry expertise, Schwarz is committed to innovation, safety, and sustainability, ensuring long-term growth and career opportunities for its employees. Our team is built on the values of Trust, Teamwork, Commitment, Leadership, Candour, and Ownership, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work culture.