Operations Director

2 weeks ago

Fremantle, Western Australia Marcel Pacific Full time
Marcel Pacific is an Australian maritime technology company developing a next-generation Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) engineered for sovereign defence applications.
Built for stealth & modularity, our platform is designed to meet the evolving needs of the ADF and allied underwater operations.
As we expand the program from R&D into capability demonstration and early production, we're seeking a Director of Operations to take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the company.
This is a critical leadership position that bridges strategic execution and operational discipline across all departments.
The successful candidate will support the CEO and board by ensuring all teams perform at a high standard, aligning with business objectives and operational best practices.
Key Responsibilities HR Leadership : Own all human resources functions including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, terminations, and disciplinary processes.
Implement and track KPIs for senior and technical staff to ensure accountability and output.
Financial Oversight : Take ownership of company financials, including budgets, cash flow, payroll oversight, and regular reporting in coordination with our accountant or finance team.
Staff Management : Ensure all staff maintain professional standards across punctuality, conduct, and performance.
Lead a culture of discipline, transparency, and continuous improvement.
Defence Client Liaison : Serve as the key operational point of contact for defence and government clients.
Coordinate communications, reporting, and project alignment with client expectations and contractual requirements.
Engineering & R&D Oversight : Maintain a high-level view of all engineering and product development activity, especially AUV programs.
Work closely with technical leads to ensure progress, strategic alignment, and team cohesion.
Field Operations Management : Direct the operations and logistics of deployed test activities, including boat crews, safety compliance, scheduling, and equipment readiness for field trials and system demonstrations.
Strategic Execution : Implement CEO and board-level strategies across all areas of the business.
Track initiatives and ensure alignment with timelines, resources, and intended outcomes.
General Operations : Take initiative to identify and resolve bottlenecks, inefficiencies, or cross-team misalignments.
Maintain a focus on safety, compliance, and delivery throughout all operations.
Ideal Candidate Profile Strong background in defence or military environments , with a solid grasp of client expectations and culture.
Understanding of engineering processes , ideally in robotics, maritime, aerospace, or autonomous systems.
Proven leadership experience in business management, HR, or general operations.
Highly organized, outcomes-driven, and confident in managing diverse teams and responsibilities.
Holds or is eligible for NV1 security clearance .
Highly Valued Qualifications : Degree in Engineering, Business Management, or Human Resources.
Experience managing field operations, including marine testing or defence trials.
Familiarity with DISP, ITAR, or related compliance frameworks.
Note This job posting is active and open for applications.
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