Operations Manager - Newcastle NSW

Slattery Auctions; Sydney; Presencial; AUD 130.000 - 200.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Development opportunities

Free onsite parking

Monthly staff voucher

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Novated leasing

Salary sacrifice into super

Weekly team lunches

Resumo da vaga

Slattery Grays Auctions is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead our site operations end-to-end at Hexham NSW, overseeing auctions, logistics, client relationships, safety and compliance.

This senior, hands-on role focuses on balancing efficiency, risk and commercial results with a people-first leadership style. Join a national family-owned auction business with a strong track record.

Qualificações

• Proven people leadership with a calm, confident approach and sound judgement.
• Operations management experience, ideally in auctions, industrial or logistics.
• Strong negotiation skills and commercial acumen.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver auctions: Plan and run all scheduled industrial and general equipment auctions, online and onsite with Sales and Administration from intake to auction day.
• Lead the yard: Direct the yard team to meet deadlines and KPIs consistently.
• Maximise results: Develop remarketing strategies to maximise asset value and coordinate with Marketing on campaigns.
• Own client relationships: Manage clients and vendors end-to-end, including proposals, agency agreements, reserves and reporting.
• Value assets: Support auction estimates and valuations, including off-site where needed.
• Coordinate logistics: Organise transport contractors for client assets.
• Drive buyer engagement: Foster competitive bidding and negotiate outcomes between buyers and vendors.
• Champion safety: Lead safety meetings and ensure WHS compliance.

Conhecimentos

People leadership

Operations management

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Ferramentas

MS Office

CRM systems

Descrição da vaga

Ready to swap the Sydney commute for the Newcastle lifestyle?

Ready to run the show across plant, machinery and industrial assets?

This is a senior, hands-on role for an operations leader who knows their way around trucks and heavy equipment and who enjoys the commercial side of getting the best result for every asset.

About Us

Slattery Grays Auctions is Australia’s largest national family-owned auction company, and a leading auction and valuation practice. From more than 14 sites across the country, we specialise in asset advisory and disposal across automotive, road transport, earthmoving, mining, marine and aviation. Our clients trust us for our specialist expertise, our transparency and our integrity. Behind every result is our team, and we make sure our people feel supported to do their best work.

About the Role

As an Operations Manager, you’ll lead the site’s operations from end to end. That covers how assets are received, presented, marketed and sold, and how they get to the right buyer for the best possible outcome.

You’ll own operational performance across auctions, logistics, client relationships, safety and compliance. You’ll also lead the team that makes it all happen. The role suits someone who balances efficiency, risk and commercial results with a steady, people-first leadership style.

This is a permanent, full-time role based at our Hexham NSW site in the Hunter. It’s ideal for someone in Sydney who’s already planning a move north, or ready to make one, and wants to build their career in the Newcastle region.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver auctions: Plan and run all scheduled industrial and general equipment auctions, online and onsite. You’ll work closely with Sales and Administration from the moment equipment comes in through to auction day.
• Lead the yard: Lead and direct the yard team and its reporting so that deadlines and KPIs are met consistently.
• Maximise results: Develop remarketing strategies to get the best return on every asset, and partner with Marketing on targeted advertising campaigns.
• Own client relationships: Manage clients and vendors end to end, including proposals, agency agreements, reserves and regular reporting.
• Value assets: Support auction estimates and valuations, including off-site where needed.
• Coordinate logistics: Organise transport contractors to collect assets on behalf of clients, vendors and our collection teams.
• Drive buyer engagement: Build competitive bidding and negotiate outcomes between buyers and vendors.
• Champion safety: Lead operational and safety meetings, build a proactive WHS culture, and ensure compliance with industry standards and company policy.

About You

• Proven people leadership with a calm, confident approach and sound judgement
• Operations management experience, ideally in auctions, industrial or logistics
• Solid knowledge of trucks, plant and industrial equipment
• Strong negotiation skills and commercial acumen
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trust with internal teams, clients and vendors
• Highly organised and deadline-focused
• Confident with MS Office and CRM systems
• A strong commitment to WHS and continuous improvement

What’s In It for You

• Development opportunities and coaching support
• A fully stocked kitchen and weekly team Friday lunches
• Free onsite parking
• A $40 monthly staff voucher
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Novated leasing and salary sacrifice into super

Questions? Contact Margarita De Castro in our People & Culture team at P&*@slatterygrays.com.au.

Come as you are. Slattery Grays is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all genders and sexual orientations, people with disability, veterans, and people from all cultures and faiths. A team with different perspectives and skills makes our work better.