Operations Director - Australia - 220,000 AUD per annum

We are working with a large, market-leading packaging group to recruit a high-impact Operations Director to lead multiple manufacturing sites across Australia. This is a rare opportunity to step into a strategic leadership role within a business experiencing strong growth, continued investment, and long-term stability.

This role offers the chance to shape operational strategy, drive performance, and lead transformation across a diverse and modern manufacturing footprint - all while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of relocating to Australia.

If you’re an ambitious operational leader looking for career acceleration, lifestyle enhancement, and a genuine leadership platform, this could be your next move.

Why Consider Australia?

Relocating to Australia offers more than just a career move - it's a lifestyle upgrade:

• ☀️ World-class lifestyle - beaches, national parks, vibrant cities, and outdoor living
• 🏡 Higher quality of life - excellent healthcare, education, and infrastructure
• 💼 Strong economy - stable market with continued industrial growth
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly environment - safe communities and excellent schooling options
• ✈️ Work-life balance - genuinely valued across Australian business culture
• 🌏 Long-term career opportunities within a growing regional hub

Full relocation support and visa sponsorship available for the right candidate.

The Role

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Operations Director will lead operational excellence across multiple sites, driving performance, culture, and strategic growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead multi-site manufacturing operations across Australia
• Drive operational strategy aligned with business growth objectives
• Deliver continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives
• Optimise cost, productivity, and quality performance
• Lead and develop high-performing leadership teams
• Oversee capital investment and site development projects
• Champion safety, compliance, and sustainability initiatives
• Support commercial strategy through operational capability

The Candidate

We're seeking an experienced Operations Director or senior operational leader with:

• Proven leadership across multi-site manufacturing environments
• Experience within packaging, FMCG, plastics, paper, or printing
• Strong operational transformation and continuous improvement expertise
• Commercial acumen and strategic leadership capability
• Experience leading large teams and complex operations
• A collaborative, hands-on leadership style
• Willingness to relocate to Australia

The Package

• Executive-level salary package
• Performance bonus
• Relocation support & visa sponsorship
• Executive benefits package
• Long-term career progression within a global group

Why This Role?

⭐ High visibility role with executive influence

🚀 Strategic leadership opportunity

🌏 International career move

📈 Growth-focused organisation

🏭 Modern manufacturing environment