Senior Operations Leader

7 days ago

Adelaide, South Australia beBeeExcellence Full time $160,000 - $180,000
State Manager Role

We are seeking a highly skilled State Manager to lead our operations with autonomy, vision, and passion. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of early childhood education across an entire state while being part of a values-driven organisation committed to excellence.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Autonomous Leadership
    • Independently manage SA operations with executive support while leading high-performing teams across all levels.
    • Motivate Area Managers and Centre Directors to achieve excellence, coach and develop the State Support Team in partnership with their direct reports, and work with People & Culture to create a collaborative environment that balances operational success with staff wellbeing and continuous improvement.
  • Meaningful Impact
    • Lead multiple Area Managers and drive strategic change across our growing portfolio of centres.
  • Trusted Partnership
    • Leverage established relationships with key stakeholders to advance our mission.
  • Connected Leadership
    • Balance hands-on presence at centres with flexibility to travel and stay on location as needed.
Your Impact
  • Strategic Leadership
    • Operate with full autonomy to deliver exceptional results across all SA centres.
    • Partner directly with our COO on state-level strategy and growth initiatives.
    • Lead, inspire, and develop your team of Area Managers.
  • Operational Excellence
    • Drive performance through occupancy optimisation, staff retention, and customer satisfaction.
    • Ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining our reputation as a trusted sector partner.
    • Use data-driven insights to continuously improve operations.
  • Relationship Building
    • Maintain and strengthen relationships with key stakeholders, including families, staff, and community members.
    • Represent us as a thought leader in the SA early childhood community.
    • Build lasting relationships and champion continuous improvement initiatives across all centres.
    • Lead transformation projects that enhance quality and efficiency.
    • Foster a culture of innovation while maintaining our core values.
Requirements
  • A Bachelor's degree (MBA preferred) with 5+ years senior operational leadership experience.
  • Previous leadership or management experience within early childhood education (preferably in a multi-site or turnaround role).
  • Strong working knowledge of the EYLF, NQS, and compliance frameworks.
  • Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Confidence working autonomously with the flexibility to travel often and stay on location as needed.
  • Valid Working with Children Check (or ability to obtain), First Aid/CPR, driver's licence, and reliable transport.

About Us

We are a values-driven organisation committed to providing exceptional early childhood education and care services. We believe in building a passionate and skilled team and creating a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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