Operations Manager - Central Australia

Nt Link Pty Ltd; Alice Springs; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Temporary accommodation provided

Company vehicle

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

NT Link Pty Ltd invites an experienced Operations Manager to lead day-to-day activities for transportable modular building projects across Central Australia. This on-site role in Alice Springs coordinates design, manufacture, transport and installation to ensure on-time delivery within budget.

You will build strong relationships with site and office teams, suppliers and clients, driving continuous improvement and reporting to senior leaders on planning, performance and risk in a safety-focused

Qualifications

• Five years’ experience in Project/Program/Branch Management or a similar leadership role.
• Experience in building or construction industries preferred.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operational activities for transportable modular building projects.
• Coordinate design, manufacture, transport and installation to meet schedule and budget.
• Lead site and office teams, align resources and implement processes to maintain high standards of service and compliance.
• Collaborate with senior leaders on planning, reporting and risk management, fostering a safety-focused culture.

Job description

Operations Manager - Central Australia NT Link Pty Ltd•Alice Springs, NT, AU

Job Description

NT Link Pty Ltd sells and hires transportable modular buildings and provides prompt, professional, turnkey solutions for customers across Northern and remote Australia. The company manages the full lifecycle of projects, including design, engineering, manufacture, transport, and installation. As a Northern Territory family-owned and independently operated business with over forty years of experience, NT Link is based in Darwin and Alice Springs and is committed to supporting local communities. The team is experienced in delivering tailored building solutions in harsh and unique remote conditions for industries such as mining, resources and energy, construction, defence, remote housing, education, and government sectors. NT Link offers a collaborative environment focused on quality, safety, and reliable service.

Role Description

The Operations Manager is a full-time, on-site role located in Alice Springs, NT, responsible for overseeing day-to-day operational activities for transportable modular building projects. This role manages scheduling, logistics, and coordination of design, manufacture, transport, and installation to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. The Operations Manager leads and supports site and office teams, aligns resources, and implements processes and procedures to maintain high standards of service and compliance. Key responsibilities include monitoring operational performance, managing suppliers and subcontractors, addressing operational issues, and driving continuous improvement in efficiency and work quality. The role also involves collaborating with senior leaders on planning, reporting, and risk management, while fostering a positive, safety-focused culture.

About You

We're looking for an experienced leader who knows how to run an operation, lead people and get projects delivered.

You’ll ideally bring at least five years’ experience in Project Management, Program Management, Branch Management or a similar operational leadership position, preferably within the building or construction industry.

You’ll be a confident communicator who can move comfortably between the worksite and the boardroom – building relationships with employees, subcontractors, clients, communities, suppliers and senior leaders.

You’ll also bring:

• A current Driver Licence and Construction Induction White Card
• Strong commercial and operational judgement
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Confidence working with budgets, reporting, project performance and operational systems
• Strong Microsoft Office skills and experience with project, safety and payroll platforms.

A Builder's Licence, Trade Qualification and/or formal Project Management qualification will be highly regarded, as will previous experience within the transportable building sector and/or familiarity with delivering projects in remote and regional locations.

What's in it for you

• A competitive remuneration package that includes base salary, superannuation, and annual performance bonus
• Temporary accommodation will be provided to allow you time to source long term accommodation upon relocation
• You will be provided with a work vehicle, laptop and mobile phone to ensure effective delivery of your role
• Opportunity for support in training and development opportunities to further enhance your skillset and support you in your ongoing career growth

You won't be managing from the sidelines. You'll be at the centre of the operation – developing people, solving problems, improving performance and helping deliver projects that make a tangible impact across the region.