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Head of Continuous Improvement and Efficiencies Air Liquide Australia is a market leader in gases, technologies and services for industry in Australia, providing innovative, responsive and customerfocused services that improve customer performance while protecting the environment. Overview Reporting to the Pacific Managing Director, the Head of Continuous Improvement and Efficiencies leads organisationwide transformation, challenges the status quo, coaches senior business leaders, and turns innovative ideas into highimpact financial reality. How will you contribute and grow? Your primary objective is to lead Pacific special projects and the broader Continuous Improvement (CIMP) program, focusing on: Own and drive the entity cost control and efficiency programme : through large and small projects, partnering with business leaders to identify, develop and execute efficiency programmes. Special Projects : full ownership of endtoend projects aimed at controlling and sustaining the P&L, engaging with SBL Heads to conduct assessments, provide highlevel recommendations, and execute initiatives that move the needle. CIMP Program Leadership : drive a culture of bottomup efficiency, coach teams to identify lean opportunities, develop programmes of work, and lead the CIMP belt programme, facilitating employees in achieving their CIMP qualifications and completing projects. Capital Process Ownership : act as the business process owner for the entity capital budget, forecast annual needs, manage quarterly allocations, and guide Investment Committees on highstakes project submissions. Steering Committee Influence : active member of the IM Leadership team, providing datadriven advice, challenging business direction, and owning the IM KPI programme. Local FIT Champion : lead the implementation of FIT value initiatives and foster the FIT performance culture as the local FIT PMO. Key capabilities and experience Analytical Powerhouse : Bachelors degree in Business, Finance or Engineering with financial literacy to manage a P&L and technical mindset for complex supply chain and manufacturing operations. Proven Project Leader : Strong foundation in endtoend project management and deep operational experience. Lean Expert : Background in LEAN principles; ideally holds a CIMP Green Belt or demonstrates drive to achieve one. Influencing Leader : Excels at coaching leaders, facilitating change and communicating with impact across all levels. Strategic Decision Maker : Navigates solution pathways, uses quantitative reasoning to provide Go or No Go recommendations for major investments. We offer Benefits and Support : Salary plus performance bonus, 14 weeks paid parental leave, salary continuity insurance, free onsite parking and stockpurchase plan options. WorkLife Balance : Fulltime permanent role with hybrid work arrangements and flexible hours. Professional Development : Formal CIMP certification pathways and specialized projectmanagement training with visibility to senior management across regions. Wellbeing & Culture : Access to health initiatives, employee assistance programmes, social groups, and discounts with over 350 partners. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of background. Air Liquide is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, customers, community stakeholders and cultures worldwide. Application questions Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Have you completed a Lean certification? Whats your expected annual base salary? How much notice are you required to give your current employer? Do you have experience working in the gas industry? If yes, please elaborate. #J-18808-Ljbffr