Operations Manager - Searles Bricklaying


Recent growth and expansion has created an opportunity for the right candidate to join a reputable and well established Northern Rivers, NSW Brick and Blocklaying Construction business in a full time capacity.

With a background in construction (Construction Management degree or Trade Qualification preferred but not required) the ideal candidate will have strong leadership and communication skills, a drive to develop and implement systems and strategies for a growing business and a good understanding of construction knowledge, pricing, plans and compliance.

You will be responsible for organizing daily operations for a medium - large scale Brick and Blocklaying business in the Northern Rivers working closely with the company director and book keeper to manage 25+ employees and the resources required to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Organize and oversee daily operations including staff scheduling, ordering materials, booking sub contractors and managing deliveries

  • Manage project timelines, budgets and resource allocation

  • Develop and implement workflow schedules and systems

  • Track and log employee hours and project expenditure invoicing and reconciliation with book keeper

  • Manage yard inventory, preparing and loading materials for deliveries

  • Liaise with current and potential clients/builders to ensure smooth project execution

  • Execute contracts and paperwork required for a residential and commercial business

  • Assist managing company compliance and insurances

  • Site visits, measuring and assisting with quoting for builders and clients

  • Staff procurement, screening and management in a human resources capacity

  • Manage company vehicle fleet, including inspections, servicing and registration

  • Occasional days on site required for either, deliveries or labour assistance with corefills/concrete pours

  • General office administration tasks including but not limited to problem solving and assisting staff business director however needed.

The right candidate will report to:

Company Director/Owner
Financial Officer/Book Keeper


What we’re looking for:

Experience managing a team of 20+ employees across multiple job sites
2 + Years experience in a similar role
Experience in Xero software (Preferred but not necessary)
Trade Qualification or Construction Management Degree (Preferred but not necessary)
Medium level computer competency
Competency in apple mac software, mail app and Microsoft Office/Google suite
Moderate knowledge of BOQ’s/Estimating, Drafting & Design, Sales Operations, and Admin Support functions
Car License

Good to have but not required:

Forklift License
Own 4x4 Ute
HR License




Please email your resume/cv to:

info@searlesbricklaying.com.au