Operations Manager

Tamworth Business Chamber; Tamworth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tamworth Business Chamber invites an experienced leader to champion the interests of the regional business community. This role blends strategic direction with hands-on leadership in a dynamic, community-focused environment.

Based in Tamworth, you will engage with government representatives, oversee budgets, manage a small team and drive events, communications and partnerships that support local businesses and the Chamber's voice in the region.

Qualifications

• Hands-on, organised and adaptable leader.
• Experience engaging with government representatives and media.
• Experience delivering events and overseeing budgets.

Responsibilities

• Operations – lead day-to-day operations including budgets and governance.
• Membership & Partnerships – grow members and manage sponsorships.
• Events & Programs – deliver annual events calendar.
• Marketing & Communications – manage member communications and campaigns.

Skills

Relationship builder

Communicator

Organised

Budget management

Job description

Are you an experienced leader who enjoys variety, thrives in a dynamic environment and isn't afraid to roll up your sleeves and get involved?

Are you looking for a role that connects you with the community, builds meaningful relationships and offers a genuine opportunity to influence both the future of an organisation and the success of the wider Tamworth business community?

Tamworth Business Chamber is seeking a motivated and capable leader to help champion the interests and success of our regional business community. With a proud 62-year history, the Chamber continues to be an independent, influential and respected voice for business across the Tamworth region.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is far from your typical corporate leadership role.

No two days are quite the same. You could find yourself engaging with government representatives, speaking with the media, preparing Board reports, assisting members, managing Xero accounts, coordinating social media, delivering events, overseeing budgets or developing communications.

Supported by a small, dedicated and highly capable team, you'll be actively involved across almost every aspect of Chamber operations. The role calls for a hands‑on, organised and adaptable leader who is equally comfortable contributing to strategic direction as they are managing the day‑to‑day demands of a busy organisation.

This opportunity could appeal to an established or aspiring CEO, General Manager, Operations Manager or experienced business professional seeking a rewarding leadership role where they can make a meaningful difference to the local business community.

Key Responsibilities

Operations - Lead the day-to-day operations of the Chamber including managing budgets, coordinating a small team and maintaining effective governance and reporting.

Membership & Partnerships - Grow and retain members, strengthen sponsorship and grant opportunities, and manage key partnerships.

Events & Programs - Oversee and support the delivery of the Chamber's annual events calendar including our “State Of” Leadership Series and the Quality Business Awards

Marketing & Communications - Manage member communications, media engagement, marketing activities and Chamber advocacy campaigns.

ABOUT YOU

You will be:

A strong relationship builder and communicator.

Highly organised and comfortable managing multiple priorities.

Equally comfortable in the boardroom, at a networking event or behind a desk completing administrative work.

Confident managing budgets, projects and organisational operations.

Comfortable working in a small team environment where everyone contributes to delivery.

Passionate about supporting local business and driving positive outcomes for the region.

Unlock job insights

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years of Organisational Leadership experience do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Board of Directors Staff?
• How many years' experience do you have in event management?
• How many years experience in Economic Development do you have?