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Operations Manager


Company : Positive Solutions


Location : Hobart, Tasmania


Created : 2025-05-22


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Add expected salary to your profile for insightsWere a small-but-mighty organisation that supports the mental health and wellbeing of people and workplaces through high-quality counselling, mediation and workplace services. Weve got a passionate team of humans doing meaningful workand were on the lookout for a hands-on, systems-savvy, people-loving all-rounder to keep our wheels turning smoothly.Were not chasing unicorns or superheroes. What we really need is someone real, practical and purpose-drivenwith a keen eye for detail, a hands-on approach to their work, a knack for juggling (figuratively, but if literally, wed be impressed), and a love of making things run like clockwork.About the role:As our Operations Manager, youll work closely with the CEO and Clinical Services Manager to help steer the organisation strategically and operationally. From HR to finance, IT to compliance, youll wear a few different hats (none too heavy) and bring clarity and calm to the everyday buzz.Youll:Keep the wheels turning day-to-daywhether its the front desk or fine-tuning our policies, youll help everything run smoothly.Lead with heart and support our team to shine in their roles (cheerleader hat optional, but encouraged).Get hands-on with finances, budgets, and payrollweve got great systems, and youll help us to keep them humming.Keep us on the right side of compliance, WHS, HR frameworks, and all things people-related.Spot ways to work smarter, not harder. We love fresh ideas that make life easier.Jump in where neededwere a roll-up-your-sleeves kind of crew.Help spread the word about what we do and keep our connections with partners strong and positive.Bring your bright ideas and good vibes to the tablework as a part of our Leadership Team to help shape and grow an organisation thats going places!Opportunity to occasionally act as CEO (cape still not required).About YouYou''re calm under pressure, proactive by nature, and energised by variety. Whether its networking, refining a process, supporting the team, ordering coffee or coordinating a million moving pieces, you just get it done and you do it with a smile.Your strengths might include:Being scarily organised - colour-coded calendars maybe your jamA can-do attitude and a knack for spotting solutions faster than you can say problem-solving.Experience wrangling the behind-the-scenes stuffoperations, compliance, HR, or business developmentwith heart and purpose leading the way.A cool head and warm heartcomfortable switching between strategic thinking and hands-on doing.Some solid skills in finance, HR, or riskor you''re keen to learnand you''re always ready to roll up your sleeves.Communication superpowers, including the underrated (but oh-so-important) art of listening. You thrive in a team and love building a great vibe.Making tech and systems work for people, not the other way aroundA strong sense of purpose and a love for supporting others and helping them thriveHaving the creds - Whether it''s a qualification in HR, business, or social sciencesor you''ve been rocking it in similar roles for 3+ yearsyou bring the perfect blend of knowledge and hands-on experience to the table. Maybe you''re ready to take on a small client load!Not just wanting to tick boxesyoure here to make a real impact and make a big difference in peoples lives.Bonus points if youve worked in health, counselling or community services, have experience in mediation, training, counselling or professional supervision, or understand how to keep a heart-led service humming behind the scenes.Youll be part of a purpose-driven team making a genuine difference in peoples lives.Youll have real variety, real responsibility, and real opportunities to shape how we grow.Flexible work culture, generous leave, and the chance to bring your full self to work.Ability to access professional supervision, training and health and wellbeing initiatives that recognise you as an individual.Salary sacrifice benefits up to $15,900 for living expenses and an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment.Generous wellbeing initiatives including access to additional paid time off.Sound like a fit?Were not after perfection just someone who is positive, practical, dependable, adaptable, and excited to be part of something meaningful. If youre ready to jump in and make a real difference, wed love to hear from you!Remuneration will be under the Health Professionals and Support Services Award with salary commensurate to experience and hours worked.Now for the paperworkTo apply, all applications must be lodged via Seek Applications must include a current Resume and covering letter of no more than three pages to why you want to work with Positive Solutions and how your experience and personal attributes align with the person we are looking for under About You.Applications close Tuesday 27th May 2025 at 5pm.Applications are reviewed upon receipt and Positive Solutions reserves the right to close recruitment for this position as needed.For more informationFor more information regarding the position, including a copy of the Position Description, please contact the Chief Executive Officerceo@positivesolutions.com.auWere all about creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive space for children and young peopleand we take that responsibility seriously. We have zero tolerance for harm in any form and are fully committed to making sure our workplace is a safe haven for everyone.To keep things safe and sound, all applicants go through thorough screening, including reference checks and must have a National Police Check and current Working with Children legislation, in line with our Child Safety Policies.Were proud to be an inclusive team and we warmly welcome applicants from all walks of lifeespecially First Nations people, culturally and linguistically diverse folks, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Whoever you are, wed love to hear from you!How do your skills match this job?How do your skills match this job?Sign in and update your profile to get insights.Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment? 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