Strategic Operations Manager – College Campus & Heritage

Aquinas College

Adelaide

On-site

AUD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Aquinas College in Adelaide seeks a proactive leader to manage business operations, financial planning, and campus facilities. The role includes budgeting, payroll, HR services, and preparing financial statements for audit.

You will supervise the Facilities Manager, oversee catering and cleaners, ensure WHS and insurance, and coordinate IT and data systems with external partners. A collaborative, small-team environment awaits.

Qualifications

Proven experience managing business operations in a small-team environment.
Professional qualifications in accounting, business management and financial planning.
Experience overseeing building services and site renewal plans, including heritage buildings.
Strong collaboration and stakeholder management in a flexible team.

Responsibilities

Lead the business operations of the College.
Strategic and financial planning, annual budget, payroll, HR services, and financial statements.
Supervise Property and Facilities Manager and external contractors.
Oversee in-house catering and contract cleaners.
Manage WHS compliance and insurance for the College.
Oversee IT infrastructure with external contractor and data systems.
Participate in strategic planning as a Management Team member.
Act as Company Secretary of Aquinas College Incorporated.