Operations Manager - Northern Territory

McMahon Services; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Leadership development programs

MAC Learning Academy

Job summary

McMahon Services in Darwin seeks an experienced Operations Manager to lead our Building & Construction operations across the Northern Territory. Based in Darwin, you will oversee project delivery, resource management and client relationships to drive growth and performance.

This senior role emphasizes mentoring future leaders, coordinating procurement and planning, and fostering a safe, high‑performing team culture.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in construction project delivery and operational leadership.
• Extensive experience in commercial building environments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, teams and resources.
• Track record of driving operational performance and business outcomes.
• Strong contract administration and financial management skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and client relationships.
• Solid understanding of WHSEQ in construction.
• Experience budgeting and forecasting.
• Current driver's licence and White Card.

Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery teams across the Northern Territory.
• Drive operational performance and resource utilisation.
• Oversee budgets, financial performance and commercial reporting.
• Support procurement, contract administration and planning.
• Build strong client, subcontractor and stakeholder relationships.
• Lead workforce planning, recruitment and succession planning.
• Foster coaching, mentorship and continuous improvement.
• Monitor WHSEQ performance and uphold safety culture.
• Identify growth opportunities and contribute to strategic planning.
• Ensure projects meet contractual obligations and company standards.

Skills

Construction leadership

Project delivery

Budgeting & forecasting

Stakeholder management

Tools

Pronto ERP

SAP

Job description

McMahon Services is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead our Building & Construction operations across the Northern Territory.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for a commercially astute construction professional who thrives on developing people, driving operational performance and building long-term client relationships. Based in Darwin, you will play a critical role in overseeing project delivery, resource management, business performance and future growth opportunities across the region.

Beyond the role itself, this is an opportunity to enjoy the unique lifestyle that Darwin and the Northern Territory have to offer. With year-round warm weather, easy access to fishing, boating and outdoor adventures, shorter commutes and a strong sense of community, Darwin provides an enviable work-life balance. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate looking to make the move and embrace all that the Top End has to offer.

About McMahon Services

McMahon Services is one of Australia's largest privately owned construction, industrial and environmental services organisations, operating across Australia and New Zealand with over 1,300 employees. Our reputation is built on integrity, strong relationships and delivering certainty for our customers.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a collaborative, high-performance culture that values leadership, innovation and continuous improvement.

About The Role

Reporting to the Executive Business Unit Manager, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across our Northern Territory Building & Construction portfolio.

You will be responsible for leading project delivery teams, optimising resources, driving commercial outcomes and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standard. The role also plays a key part in mentoring future leaders, supporting business development initiatives and strengthening client relationships across the NT market.

This is a Darwin-based position and not a FIFO role. Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate.

What You'll Do

• Lead and support Project Managers and project delivery teams across the Northern Territory
• Drive operational performance, project delivery outcomes and resource utilisation
• Oversee project budgets, financial performance and commercial reporting
• Support procurement, contract administration and project planning activities
• Build and maintain strong client, subcontractor and stakeholder relationships
• Lead workforce planning, recruitment, succession planning and team development initiatives
• Promote a culture of coaching, mentorship and continuous improvement across project teams
• Monitor WHSEQ performance and drive a proactive safety culture across all operations
• Identify future opportunities and contribute to business growth and strategic planning
• Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with contractual obligations, company standards and client expectations

What You'll Bring

• Minimum 10 years' experience in construction project delivery and operational leadership
• Strong background in commercial building and construction environments
• Proven experience managing multiple projects, teams and resources simultaneously
• Demonstrated success leading operational performance and driving business outcomes
• Strong contract administration and commercial management capability
• Excellent stakeholder management and client relationship skills
• Strong understanding of WHSEQ requirements within the construction industry
• Experience managing budgets, forecasting and financial performance
• Current Driver's Licence and White Card

What Will Set You Apart

• Experience leading regional or business unit operations
• Proven ability to mentor and develop high-performing teams
• Strong strategic planning and resource management capability
• Experience working within ERP systems such as Pronto, SAP or similar
• Ability to identify opportunities, drive innovation and improve operational performance

Why Join McMahon Services?

• Executive leadership opportunity within a growing national contractor
• Relocation assistance available for interstate candidates
• Long-term career growth and leadership opportunities
• Access to the MAC Learning Academy and leadership development programs
• Supportive, collaborative and values-driven culture
• Strong focus on safety, innovation and continuous improvement

Why Darwin?

• Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with minimal commuting
• Access world-class fishing, boating, camping and outdoor recreation
• Experience year-round warm weather and outdoor living
• Become part of a welcoming and community-focused region
• Enjoy an exceptional work-life balance while leading meaningful projects across the Northern Territory

At McMahon Services, we embrace diversity and inclusion as fundamental values. We believe that a diverse workforce fosters innovation, creativity and a deeper understanding of the communities we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences.