Job Description

About the business

At Biodiversity Australia, we’re dedicated to creating
sustainable solutions that allow people and the environment to thrive together.
As an Indigenous-owned environmental management consultancy, we specialise in
protecting biodiversity and supporting sustainable development through
innovative, science-based approaches.

Our work is as diverse as the environments we protect -
from collaborating on renewable energy projects to restoring ecosystems with
landholders and delivering biodiversity stewardship solutions. Our projects
don’t just aim to meet compliance - they aim to create a lasting legacy of
environmental care and connection.

We’re proud to be leading some of the most significant
environmental programs in the country, and by working across sectors such as
renewable energy, government, defence, construction, and resources, we’re
helping to shape a future where economic growth and environmental conservation
go hand in hand.

At our core, we’re guided by our values of Integrity,
Teamwork, Safety, Client Success, and Indigenous Pathways. These
principles inspire our work and the positive impact we aim to create every day.

About the opportunity

The Head of Operations is a senior leadership role
responsible for driving operational excellence, consistency, and compliance
across all units and regions. Reporting to the Director of Strategy and
Leadership. In your role, you will be responsible for but not limited to:

Operational & Performance

• 
  Lead
  operational structure, discipline, and execution across all regions
  Support
  managers to deliver projects on time, on budget, and to scope
  Spot
  performance gaps and implement solutions fast

Compliance & Systems

• 
  Ensure
  QA, OHS, EMS, and financial systems are adhered to
  Keep
  operations audit-ready with strong governance

Growth & Mobilisation

• 
  Drive
  mobilisation of new regions and major contracts
  Strengthen
  national standards and cross-unit collaboration

Interim Leadership & Backfill

• 
  Step
  in to lead teams during leave, transition, or vacancies
  Take
  full accountability for P&L, client relationships, and operational
  outcomes

People, Training & Performance

• 
  Mentor
  and guide operational leaders
  Support
  succession planning and structured onboarding
  Oversee
  operational scorecards and continuous improvement initiatives.

Human Resources, Training & Performance

• 
  Mentor
  and guide operational leaders
  Support
  succession planning and structured onboarding
  Oversee
  operational scorecards, performance frameworks, and continuous improvement

This role involves hands-on leadership and national travel,
ay involve extended periods of travel during interim management assignments

About You

You will have:

You’re a proactive, accountable leader who gets
things done:

• 
  Tertiary
  qualifications in Environmental Management, Environmental Science,
  Business, or related fields
  Extensive
  experience in environmental consultancy and operational leadership
  Strong
  project management, compliance, financial oversight, and performance
  improvement skills
  Proven
  ability to lead teams through growth, transitions, and operational
  challenges
  Strategic
  thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  Willingness
  to travel nationally and lead on the ground
  High
  professional credibility, resilience, and a passion for operational
  excellence

Why Join Us

·
Lead national-scale environmental projects with
lasting impact

·
Shape operational excellence across multiple
regions

·
Be part of an Indigenous-owned, equal
opportunity employer

·
Flexible, supportive work environment with real
career growth opportunities