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Operations Manager

Job No: 665945

Location: Melbourne CBD

Employment Type: Full-time 

Duration: 12-month fixed-term appointment

Remuneration: $135,417 - $143,738 pa HEW Level 09 (plus 17% employer superannuation)

  • Join our inclusive, collaborative team that empowers employees to create change
  • Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
  • Bridge the gap between research and climate action

The Opportunity

The Operations Manager leads the CWC Operations function at Climateworks to ensure seamless delivery of Climateworks business operations, governance, HR, facilities, administrative operations and other support functions. With a people focused approach to continuous improvement, the Operations Manager leads the business operations team to enable the organisation to amplify impact and make big change possible. The Operations Manager plays a central role in proactively supporting Climateworks’ strategic goals and initiatives by leading and implementing projects and operational planning, systems integration, facilities and administration management with a deep care for our people, stakeholders and culture. 

The role is a key liaison point between Climateworks Centre, Monash University and internal and external client groups, and works closely with internal partners such as Monash Sustainable Development Institute to lead and manage smooth and effective operations in line with University policy and procedures and the strategic direction of ClimateWorks Australia.    

About Climateworks

Climateworks Centre is an expert, independent adviser, acting as a bridge between research and action to accelerate the transition to net zero emissions for Australia, Southeast Asia and the Pacific. It also benefits from strong relationships with an international network of affiliated organisations that support effective policies, financing, and action for greenhouse gas emissions reductions.

Climateworks Centre was co-founded in 2009 by The Myer Foundation and Monash University and works within the Monash Sustainable Development Institute. If you’re looking for the next chapter in your career, it’s here. You’ll be given the opportunity to challenge yourself, build on your skills, and make a significant contribution to a workplace that’s filled with energetic and inspiring people. Talent thrives here – and so do truly satisfying careers.

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Learn more about Monash.

Be part of our story. Work with us to #ChangeIt.

Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

To Apply

For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Mr Terence Davidson, Recruitment Consultant, +61 3 9905 2662

Position Description: Operations Manager

Applications Close: Wednesday 31 July 2024, 11:55pm AEST

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