Operations Manager - Western Australia

Operations Manager - Western Australia

Nexus Construction Systems | Full-time | Gnangara, Perth WA

Lead the WA operation of an established Australian supplier to the precast and tilt-up construction sector.

ABOUT NEXUS

Nexus Construction Systems has supported Australia's construction industry since 1981. We supply construction products and hire braces to the precast and tilt-up concrete sector through a national branch network.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking a practical, hands-on Operations Manager to run our Western Australian operation in Gnangara. You will lead a small operational team while staying close to the day-to-day work across the warehouse, stock, dispatch, deliveries, brace hire and customer service.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will keep the branch organised, safe and responsive. This role suits someone who is comfortable making decisions, solving problems and stepping in to help the team when required.

WHAT YOU WILL OWN

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the WA branch and set clear priorities for the team.

• Manage warehouse, inventory control, dispatch, transport and logistics performance.

• Oversee the brace hire fleet, including availability, utilisation, inspection, maintenance and asset control.

• Coordinate customer orders, brace hire bookings, returns, transport and deliveries.

• Drive a strong WHS culture and ensure work is planned and performed safely.

• Monitor service, stock, fleet and operating costs and deal with issues early.

• Improve simple, practical systems while keeping the operation responsive.

• Build effective relationships with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.

• Coach and develop the WA team, creating accountability and teamwork.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• Proven hands-on operations or branch leadership experience in construction supply, equipment hire, industrial distribution, warehousing or a comparable environment.

• Strong working knowledge of warehouse, logistics, inventory and asset or fleet management.

• Experience leading a small team while remaining involved in daily operations.

• Sound commercial judgement, cost awareness and practical decision-making.

• A practical understanding of WHS obligations in warehouse, yard and transport environments.

• Clear communication, disciplined planning and a calm, solutions-focused approach.

• A current Australian driver's licence and unrestricted Australian working rights.

WHY JOIN NEXUS?

• A senior WA leadership role with genuine ownership and influence.

• An established national business with deep sector knowledge and a strong customer focus.

• A varied operation spanning products, brace hire, stock, logistics and customer service.

• Competitive remuneration of $120,000-$130,000 plus superannuation.

• Option to work a nine-day fortnight.

• Paid birthday leave after 12 months of service.

• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Support from experienced sales and national leadership teams.

APPLY

If you are ready to lead a safety-focused operation, develop a capable team and help drive the continued growth of Nexus Construction Systems in Western Australia, we would like to hear from you.

Apply through SEEK with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining the operational environments you have led and the results you have delivered.

Nexus Construction Systems is committed to a respectful, inclusive and safe workplace. Applications will be treated in confidence.