Site Manager

Job Q; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Hays is recruiting a Site Manager in Townsville, QLD to lead a large multi-service Defence site. You will oversee hospitality, accommodation, cleaning, transport and facilities management, driving operational performance and strong client relationships.

This senior on-site role requires strategic thinking, budget oversight and delivery of services safely and in line with contractual requirements. Australian citizenship and ability to obtain security clearances are essential, with clear career

Qualifications

• Proven experience in operations, site, facilities or hospitality management.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• Budget management experience in large sites or contracts.
• Defence, mining, resources, remote operations experience is a plus.
• Australian Citizenship and ability to obtain security clearances.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop multidisciplinary operational teams.
• Manage service delivery across multiple streams.
• Build relationships with key client stakeholders.
• Monitor budgets, reporting and KPIs.
• Drive safety, compliance and continuous improvement.
• Ensure adherence to site security protocols and regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Operations management

Job description

#### Site ManagerTownsville Dc, QLD 4810Full Time#### Job descriptionLead critical Defence operations while advancing your leadership career. Your new company Hays is partnering with a leading national provider of integrated support services to recruit an experienced Site Manager for a major Defence environment in Townsville. Operating within a complex, multi-service setting, our client is recognised for delivering essential services that support critical operations across Australia.Your new role As Site Manager, you will lead the day-to-day operations of a large and diverse site, overseeing services including hospitality, accommodation, cleaning, transport and facilities management. As the senior on-site leader, you will be responsible for driving operational performance, maintaining strong stakeholder relationships and ensuring services are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with contractual requirements.Key responsibilities include:Leading and developing multidisciplinary operational teamsManaging service delivery across multiple streamsBuilding strong relationships with key client stakeholdersMonitoring budgets, reporting and performance against KPIsDriving safety, compliance and continuous improvement initiativesEnsuring adherence to site security protocols and regulatory requirementsWhat you'll need to succeed To be successful, you will be an accomplished operational leader with experience managing complex service-based environments.You will demonstrate:Proven experience in operations, site, facilities or hospitality managementStrong leadership skills with the ability to lead diverse teamsExceptional stakeholder engagement and relationship management capabilitiesSound commercial and financial acumen, including budget management experienceA proactive and solutions-focused approachExperience within Defence, mining, resources, remote operations or large-scale service environments will be highly regardedAustralian CitizenshipThe ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearances and police checksWhat you'll get in return This is an opportunity to lead a significant operation within a well-established organisation that values safety, accountability and service excellence.In return, you will receive:A senior leadership opportunity at a strategically important siteOngoing professional development and leadership trainingLong-term career progression opportunities within a national organisationA collaborative and supportive workplace cultureThe opportunity to make a genuine impact on operational performance and service deliveryWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to , or call Stacey Fear now on 07 4417 1139 . If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Please click here to apply.