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Operations Manager


Company : Synclift


Location : Gladstone, Queensland


Created : 2025-08-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Sync Lift Engineering is a privately owned and operated maintenance and engineering business established in 2017 that provides a broad range of services in the Mining, Ports, Power, Oil & Gas and Industrial sectors. As market leaders in innovation, our services cover the entire project life cycle from pre-feasibility through to commissioning and future maintenance of your assets. Our capabilities include all structural, mechanical, piping, electrical and instrumentation, manufacturing and fabrication disciplines.As the Operations Manager Fabrication & Overhaul you will be located in Gladstone reporting directly to the General Manager. This position is responsible for leading a team of Supervisors & Tradespeople to ensure work is being managed and completed in a timely manner. Leading a team of project delivery professionals, you will be accountable for setting strategy, direction, priorities, and accountabilities. You will lead and collaborate to share expertise, experience, resources and market intelligence to enhance overall operational capability.ABOUT THE ROLEEnsure efficient and consistent processes, standards and systems are used in project delivery.Ensure the safe delivery and successful growth of the Fabrication & Overhaul business unit.Ensure projects are delivered safely with a high-quality focus, as per agreed scope, schedule, and budget.Collaborate with relevant stakeholders regarding contractual issues and execution of contract deliverables.Engage with functional teams including HSE, HR, Finance and Business Support Services to achieve the target based outcomes.Focus on building long term relationships with customers and stakeholders.Strong HSEQ focus and leadership capability.Willingness to improve systems and processes to gain optimal output from our assets and people.ABOUT YOUPrevious experience in the management and delivery of multi-discipline complex contracts .Demonstrated experience with a background in workshop management in heavy fabrication/overhaul.A high level of business and commercial acumen with the ability to read, interrogate and interpret cash, cost, WIP and revenue project position with a sound understanding of production controls, procurement plans and programs / schedules.A proven ability to develop and maintain key internal and external relationships and excellent communications skillsPrevious experience in estimating complex workshop & field based construction style work.Proven ability to work autonomously and lead cross-functional and multi-disciplinary project teamsWHAT WE OFFERAn opportunity to work for a fast growing company with scope for growth and a desire to be innovative in the way business objectives are achievedHighly competitive remuneration packageBuild your professional career in a multi-disciplined business environmentRelocation opportunity for the right candidateOur aim is to create a workplace where people are respected and encouraged to fulfil their potential. We embrace all employee differences and foster a culture that supports diversity and inclusion. We are a company that lives by our motto in all aspects of our business. Replace Limitations with Innovation. If you are focused and aspire to grow your career in a challenging and leading-edge environment, you will have a future with great possibilities with us.HOW TO APPLYIf you are passionate about what you do, love a challenge, motivated to succeed, and have a passion for improving the way things are done, please click the Apply now button.Role TypePay Rate190000 AUD 250000 AUD (Annum)Company OverviewSync Lift Engineering, based in Gladstone QLD, is a dynamic provider of engineering, maintenance, and construction services. Our operations extend throughout Queensland and across Australia. services for the Mining, Ports, Power and Renewables sectors. Our Vision is to provide sustainable, industry leading engineering and maintenance services & solutions. We will achieve this through our people who replace limitations with innovation creating value for our stakeholders worldwide. #J-18808-Ljbffr