Senior Operational Leader — Transform Public Service Delivery

Government Recruitment Service; Town of Middleton; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Government Recruitment Service is seeking a Senior Operational Leader to drive high-level leadership across a geographically dispersed HEO team. The role emphasizes strategic planning, performance management and close collaboration with other government bodies. Travel and overnight stays are expected as part of the position.

The successful candidate will model resilient leadership and oversee service improvements while ensuring policy compliance and a proactive approach to risk management.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large, geographically diverse teams is essential.
• Strong decision-making and people leadership capabilities.
• Ability to drive performance, change management and service improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead a large, potentially geographically diverse team of Higher Executive Officers (HEOs), setting strategic priorities and driving performance.
• Make sound, complex decisions at pace and instil technical knowledge in your team.
• Oversee business change, lead performance reviews, and drive continuous improvement.
• Build strong relationships with senior representatives from other government departments and external bodies.
• Provide visible, effective leadership through regular site visits and clear communication.

Job description

Government Recruitment Service is seeking a Senior Operational Leader to drive high-level leadership across a geographically dispersed HEO team. The role emphasizes strategic planning, performance management and close collaboration with other government bodies. Travel and overnight stays are expected as part of the position.

The successful candidate will model resilient leadership and oversee service improvements while ensuring policy compliance and a proactive approach to risk management.