Hybrid Director of Operations: Lead Growth & Efficiency

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 195,000 - 303,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary & bonus structure

Health, retirement & life insurance

Generous annual leave & paid time off

Professional development & leadership

Hybrid work environment

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown, SA, seeks a seasoned Director of Operations to lead all operational functions. The role focuses on formulating and executing strategies to boost growth, efficiency, and service quality, while building and guiding a strong leadership team.

You will oversee budgets, KPIs, and compliance, and collaborate with other departments to meet strategic goals. Hybrid work is offered with on-site presence required for key activities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration or Operations Management.
• 10+ years in operations management with at least 5 years in a Director role.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing operational strategies.
• Strong budgeting and P&L responsibility.
• Excellent leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive operational strategies to support growth and profitability.
• Oversee daily operations with focus on efficiency, quality, and compliance.
• Lead, mentor and develop a team of operational managers and staff.
• Manage budgets, resources and financial performance.
• Set KPIs and drive operational excellence.
• Implement process improvements to reduce costs.
• Ensure adherence to policies, safety and industry standards.
• Collaborate with other heads to align goals with strategy.
• Identify and mitigate operational risks; ensure business continuity.
• Report performance and initiatives to senior leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Budgeting

P&L management

Change management

Communication

Problem solving

Team motivation

Hybrid work

Relocation

Education

MBA

Master’s degree in Operations Management

Job description

Placements24 in Queenstown, SA, seeks a seasoned Director of Operations to lead all operational functions. The role focuses on formulating and executing strategies to boost growth, efficiency, and service quality, while building and guiding a strong leadership team.

You will oversee budgets, KPIs, and compliance, and collaborate with other departments to meet strategic goals. Hybrid work is offered with on-site presence required for key activities.