• New Opportunity to Manage Key School Business Units | Strong Team Culture;

• Attractive Remuneration | Upskilling & Potential Broader Management Opportunities; and

• Western Suburbs Location | Dynamic School Environment | Over 5 Weeks’ Annual Leave.

Your New Company:

Your new school is a well-established educational institution in Melbourne’s west, committed to academic excellence and holistic student development. With a proud history and three thriving campuses supporting over 2,600 students, the college is known for its supportive community, outstanding facilities, and commitment to continuous improvement. Staff enjoy a values-driven workplace culture, generous leave entitlements, strong leadership, and long-term career development pathways.

Your New Role:

As Operations Manager, you will report to the Vice Principal / Business Manager (or their delegate) and play a pivotal role in leading and overseeing multiple non-teaching departments to ensure efficient and innovative administrative operations across the College.

This multifaceted role requires a strong leader who can manage day-to-day operations while driving strategic initiatives across key administrative functions such as front office, enrolment & parent liaison, library, HR, and administrative functions. There will be the desire in time to allocate other areas depending on capability and growth of these departments.

You will provide leadership and guidance to department managers and staff, champion operational innovation, and ensure alignment with the school’s strategic goals and compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee, train, and support teams across all listed departments to deliver excellence in service and compliance;

• Drive innovation through technology integration and process improvement across administrative functions;

• Manage department budgets, ensure cost-efficiency, and monitor operational performance;

• Ensure adherence to internal policies, employment law, OHS legislation, and regulatory requirements;

• Lead performance management, staff development, and workforce planning initiatives;

• Liaise with stakeholders across the school community including academic leaders, service providers, and regulatory bodies; and

• Support ongoing projects and strategic planning in partnership with senior leadership and the Projects Manager.

What You Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field;

• Certificate IV in Occupational Health & Safety (desirable);

• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in business or operations management, preferably within an educational or complex administrative environment;

• High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently; and

• Sound knowledge of education sector operations and frameworks.

What You’ll Get in Return:

• A dynamic and varied leadership role supporting vital operational areas of the school;

• A highly collaborative and supportive team culture with engaged and experienced staff;

• Attractive remuneration with clear succession planning opportunities;

• Generous leave including 5 weeks annually and early finishes on religious occasions; and

• Enjoy unique workplace perks such as:

  • Fortnightly pay cycle;

  • Onsite car washing;

  • Low-cost staff gym;

  • Fruit bundles (2kg delivered twice yearly);

  • Access to upcoming staff canteen; and

  • Monthly early finishes and performance-based bonuses.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please call Lauren Gruescu at u&u on 0422 803 494 or email lauren.gruescu@uandu.com quoting reference number 44026. We look forward to receiving your application and assisting with your job search.

At u&u Recruitment Partners, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities.

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