Scale-Up COO: Tech-Driven Operations Leader

at; South Australia; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading geospatial technology company in Australia is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to oversee operations, enhance efficiency, and lead technology initiatives. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in operational leadership and a strong background in technology-enabled environments. This role emphasizes leadership, communication, and a collaborative culture within diverse teams. Competitive benefits and flexible working arrangements are offered.

Benefits

Free onsite car parking

Employee Assistance Program

Salary packaging through Maxxia

Internal staff events and celebrations

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior operational leadership, ideally as COO, General Manager or similar.
• Strong understanding of technology-enabled production environments.
• Demonstrated success driving efficiency through digital transformation or automation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations across all divisions, aligning teams and allocating resources effectively.
• Streamline workflows, automate processes, and improve delivery for clients.
• Lead the complete workflow for imagery, LiDAR, and 3D data collection and processing.

Skills

Leadership capabilities

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Experience with technology-driven environments

Team management

Education

Formal qualifications in Engineering, Technology, Business or Aviation

Job description

A leading geospatial technology company in Australia is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to oversee operations, enhance efficiency, and lead technology initiatives. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in operational leadership and a strong background in technology-enabled environments. This role emphasizes leadership, communication, and a collaborative culture within diverse teams. Competitive benefits and flexible working arrangements are offered.