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Job Title


General Manager


Company : Norwest Recruitment Pty


Location : Sydney, New South Wales


Created : 2025-12-10


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Description $250k-$280k package bonus Lead the Australian business 100 yr Company history Part of well-known Global group Industrial sector $250k - $280k package incl. Super & Car allowance plus 10-20% bonus Handson role Company history over 100 years industrial equipment Highly profitable division (sub $100m) part of huge global group The Company With a history of more than 100 years the organisation is an Australian subsidiary of a large and wellknown Global business. Highly profitable consistent high singledigit and doubledigit growth along with clear strategic growth plans to double the Australian division in the next 5 years. Renowned for high quality innovative products they have a global presence and the backing of one of the worlds largest industrial manufacturers. Its not exaggeration to say that this is a business that helps keep Australian industry moving. The Sydney Head Office also has onsite manufacturing / assembly and warehouse. The partnership with the Global group is providing exciting opportunities coming from new products and segments that have previously been in the market separately. The Role Reporting to the CEO youll be leading the Australian business with key reports from Finance, Sales, Purchasing, Engineering and Operations. Your goal is to continue the growth plans and embed recent changes that are setting up the strategy to double within the next 5 years. This is a role for someone who leads from the front. Youll be providing positive leadership to the team and be frontfacing with key customers. There could also be opportunities to set up strategic distribution partnerships. The brands are very well known in their market and theres strong support from the experienced Global Executive team and the added benefit of strong backoffice support. This role is based onsite 5 days per week and there will be occasional interstate travel. Tasks and Duties Oversee and coordinate core functions including operations, engineering, sales, marketing, finance and administration Lead strategic planning, policy development and operational execution to drive sustainable business growth Build and maintain highperforming teams through strong leadership, talent attraction, professional development and retention strategies Work closely with the Australian Financial Controller to optimise financial and operational performance setting budgets, improving efficiency and maintaining profit margins. The GM brings the commercial lens to these discussions Foster a culture of continuous improvement, safety, communication and innovation across all levels of the Australian business About You Previous demonstrated experience leading a business or division through growth with full P&L ownership Handson experience and exposure to Sales, Commercial, Finance, HR and Operations with an ability to lead teams in all these areas Demonstrated examples of building highperformance teams with positive leadership Excellent communication skills for all audiences from Warehouse / Workshop through to Board / Executive (UKBased Csuite means occasional evening meetings) To enjoy a handson role where you can make your mark building a business bigger An effective management style that can lead to improvements in all departments Benefits Up to $280k package incl. Super & Car allowance, 1020% bonus Autonomy and empowerment to achieve strategic growth plans Established business with a history that stretches over 100 years that services essential industries Part of one of the worlds largest industrial manufacturers If this sounds like you or someone you know, please click the Apply button or send them this link. For a confidential discussion about this role or if you have queries on your potential suitability for this role please call Ross Chandler on or email me. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or genetic information. Required Experience Director Key Skills Profit & Loss, Leadership Experience, P&L Management Employment Type FullTime Experience years Vacancy 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr