Operations Manager (Electrical)

Ertech; City Of Wanneroo; On-site; AUD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Novated leasing

Private health insurance discounts

Annual flu vaccinations

Service recognition

Job summary

Ertech in Wangara is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead the Electrical business unit and drive growth, project delivery, safety, quality, compliance and financial outcomes.

You will build client relationships, pursue new opportunities, lead tender activities and manage operational teams to hit revenue and profit targets. This role offers a path to influence across the business within a proudly employee-owned company focused on collaboration and performance.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in a senior leadership role within operations or project delivery.
• 7+ years of on-site project experience, ideally in electrical/construction.
• Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering (Masters or Bachelor) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across multiple construction projects, ensuring safe, efficient delivery within timelines and budgets.
• Lead project teams including project managers, engineers, and field personnel with a focus on accountability and safety.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to project teams to foster development and high performance.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to improve productivity, resource use, and cost-efficiency across projects.
• Monitor project performance and report progress, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, and internal policies including HSE and quality standards.
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors and stakeholders to maintain strong working relationships and address issues promptly.
• Contribute to tender preparation and business development, leveraging operational insights for successful bids.
• Support workforce planning and mobilisation to meet project demands.
• Drive innovation and process improvements to streamline workflows and adopt best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Project delivery

Safety

Client relationships

Business development

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Cert IV Leadership

Job description

About Us

Ertech is a proudly employee-owned Australian civil and electrical construction company, delivering high-quality services across the Transport, Infrastructure, Resources, and Defence sectors. We partner with clients in both the public and private sectors, including state and federal governments. Since our humble beginnings in 1981, we’ve built a strong reputation for the quality of our work and the long-term relationships we foster — all driven by our core values of collaboration, courage, and authenticity.

About Us

Ertech is a proudly employee-owned Australian civil and electrical construction company, delivering high-quality services across the Transport, Infrastructure, Resources, and Defence sectors. We partner with clients in both the public and private sectors, including state and federal governments. Since our humble beginnings in 1981, we’ve built a strong reputation for the quality of our work and the long-term relationships we foster — all driven by our core values of collaboration, courage, and authenticity.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead our Electrical business unit in Wangara. In this leadership role, you will drive business growth and oversee the successful delivery of projects, ensuring strong performance across safety, quality, compliance, and financial outcomes.

You will be responsible for developing client relationships, identifying new opportunities, leading business development and tender activities, and managing operational teams to achieve and exceed revenue and profit targets. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth and success of the business.

Other Key Responsibilities Include, But Not Limited To

• Oversee daily operations across multiple construction projects, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project timelines and budgets.
• Manage and lead project teams, including project managers, engineers, and field personnel, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to project teams, fostering professional development, team cohesion, and a high-performance culture.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to improve productivity, resource utilisation, and cost-efficiency across projects.
• Monitor project performance and provide regular reporting to senior leadership on progress, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, and internal policies, including HSE and quality standards.
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders to maintain strong working relationships and address operational issues promptly.
• Contribute to tender preparation and business development, leveraging operational insights to support successful bids and secure future project work.
• Support workforce planning and mobilisation, ensuring the right resources are in place to meet project demands.
• Drive innovation and process improvements, identifying opportunities to streamline workflows and adopt best practices.

To be successful, you will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• 15+ years of experience in a senior leadership position within operations or project delivery
• 7+ years of on-site project experience, ideally within the electrical/construction sectors
• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline, Masters/Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (essential)
• Cert IV Leadership and Development (desirable)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a police clearance.
• MUST hold full Australian working rights.

WHY JOIN ERTECH?

At Ertech, We’re Committed To Investing In Our People And Creating a Workplace Where You Can Thrive. Here’s What You Can Look Forward To

• Competitive remuneration that reflects your skills and experience
• Play a key role in shaping the growth and success of our projects
• Access to great benefits, including:
  • Discounted Private Health Insurance (HBF & Medibank)
  • Annual flu vaccinations
  • Novated leasing options through Paywise
  • Service recognition and milestone rewards
  • Employee Referral Program incentives

OUR CULTURE

At Ertech, our people are fundamental to our success. We're focused on creating an inclusive workplace, with the right people in the right roles, who are engaged, empowered, and appropriately rewarded. Ertech will provide you with the chance to be a part of great team, met new people and gain experience with an industry leader who puts safety first.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of all people and actively encourage applications from First Nations peoples, all genders, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ community members, and veterans of the Australian Defence Force.

Ertech is a proud Veteran Employment supporter. We recognise the valuable skills and leadership that veterans bring to our industry and welcome their applications at all levels of the business. Even if you don’t meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply and bring your strengths to our team.

• Please note: This role is being sourced through Ertech directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.