Job vacancy: Executive Operations Manager

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Executive Operations Manager

  • Lead critical water infrastructure across major irrigation area
  • Executive role blending strategy, engineering & operations
  • Succession opportunity with mentoring from incumbent

The Opportunity

The Lucas Group is partnering with Western Murray Irrigation Limited to appoint an Executive Operations Manager.

This role leads the delivery of large-scale, non-potable water irrigation and drainage systems, supporting a high-value horticultural region.

Reporting to the CEO, you will take ownership of operational performance, asset management and capital infrastructure delivery, ensuring the reliability, efficiency and future readiness of critical water assets.

This is a genuine succession opportunity, with structured mentoring from the retiring incumbent to support a smooth transition into executive leadership.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead day-to-day water delivery & drainage operations, ensuring reliable and efficient system performance
  • Oversee asset management, maintenance & capital works delivery
  • Manage infrastructure projects including planning, procurement & contractors
  • Manage within operational and capital budgets
  • Support strategic planning & investment decisions
  • Lead & develop a small high-performing team
  • Maintain strong safety culture, regulatory compliance & stakeholder engagement

About You

You are an experienced and collaborative operational leader with a strong background in water, irrigation, utilities or infrastructure.

You are comfortable balancing strategic thinking and practical problem-solving and are motivated by the opportunity to make a tangible impact in a regional organisation.

Your experience may include:

  • Degree in Engineering (Civil, Environmental, Mechanical or similar)
  • Experience in infrastructure operations, maintenance or project leadership
  • Asset management and capital project delivery
  • Financial capability across budgets, forecasting & project controls
  • Technical knowledge of pumps, pipelines, meters & SCADA/PLC systems
  • Knowledge of WHS, compliance and risk frameworks
  • Ability to operate at both strategic and hands-on levels

Apply via The Lucas Group here, or contact Geoff Lucas at The Lucas Group on (08) 8201 9999 for a confidential discussion. Ref: GL11243

More details: https://www.lucasgroup.com.au/job-details/executive-operations-manager-in-engineering-new-jobs-1432744

The Lucas Group

For over 30 years The Lucas Group has been providing agricultural industries in Australia with executive search, recruitment, and human resources consulting services.

Find out more about us or upload your resume: www.lucasgroup.com.au

27 March 2026

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