Operations Manager

Queensland Government; Mackay Regional; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Employee wellbeing

Career development

Job summary

RoadTek Mackay is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Operations Manager to lead a significant road infrastructure program and help shape the future of transport delivery across the region.

As a senior member of the leadership team, you'll guide a diverse workforce, drive safety, quality and financial performance, and foster strong stakeholder relationships. This is a unique opportunity to influence strategic direction and deliver infrastructure that supports Queensland communities.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of large multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience delivering complex civil infrastructure programs.
• Strong commercial acumen and safety culture.
• Ability to influence strategic direction.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of major road and transport infrastructure programs.
• Drive operational and financial performance.
• Mentor project managers and operational leaders.
• Build strong relationships with customers and stakeholders.
• Champion safety culture and workforce wellbeing.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Project management

Civil infrastructure

Job description

RoadTek Mackay is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Operations Manager to lead a significant road infrastructure program and help shape the future of transport delivery across the region.This is more than an operational management role. It is an opportunity to lead a large and diverse workforce, influence strategic direction, drive commercial performance and deliver infrastructure that supports communities, industry and economic growth throughout Queensland.As a key member of the leadership team, you'll provide direction across a complex portfolio of civil infrastructure projects, ensuring exceptional outcomes in safety, quality, customer service and business performance. You'll empower leaders, foster a high-performing culture, build strong stakeholder relationships and champion continuous improvement across the business.What You'll Be DoingLeading the delivery of complex road and transport infrastructure programs.Driving operational and financial performance across the business unit.Developing and mentoring Project Managers and operational leaders.Building strong relationships with customers, industry partners and stakeholders.Identifying opportunities for innovation, efficiencies and business growth.Championing a positive safety culture and workforce wellbeing.Contributing to strategic planning and the long-term success of RoadTek.Why RoadTek?At RoadTek, you'll do more than manage projects. You'll help build the infrastructure that keeps Queensland connected.As a commercial business within the Department of Transport and Main Roads, RoadTek combines the scale and stability of government with the challenge and diversity of a leading civil construction organisation. You'll have the opportunity to lead major infrastructure programs that leave a lasting legacy, while enjoying the benefits of Queensland Government employment, ongoing professional development and a culture that values leadership, safety, innovation and collaboration.RoadTek supports flexible work practices, employee wellbeing and career growth, providing the opportunity to build a rewarding leadership career while making a tangible difference for Queensland communities.Why Mackay?Mackay offers an unbeatable combination of lifestyle, affordability and career opportunity that's increasingly hard to find in larger cities. With a warm tropical climate, a stunning coastline and access to some of Queensland's most iconic natural attractions, Mackay is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxed and active lifestyle. Spend your weekends fishing, boating, hiking or exploring the nearby Whitsundays while benefiting from shorter commutes, a welcoming community and excellent career opportunities. If you're looking for a senior leadership role without compromising on lifestyle, Mackay truly offers the best of both worlds.About YouYou are a proven leader with extensive experience managing complex operations, infrastructure programs or large multidisciplinary teams. You bring strong commercial acumen, strategic thinking and a demonstrated ability to inspire high performance and deliver results.Your ability to build relationships, lead change, drive business outcomes and develop people will be key to your success in this rewarding leadership opportunity.Join RoadTek Mackay and help deliver the roads, connections and infrastructure that support Queensland's future while enjoying a lifestyle many only dream about.Applications to remain current for 12 months.Job Ad Reference: QLD/704706/26Closing Date: Wednesday, 4 November 2026This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.