HenderCare Foundation is a leading not-for-profit organisation that provides contracted out of home care services for children and young people in South Australia.  Employing over 300 care workers throughout South Australia, the Foundation team is always conscious of their responsibility to provide the highest standards of care to vulnerable young people.  Providing enhanced models of out of home care offers the opportunity to support a group of young South Australians in need of a quality alternative care environment.

Reporting directly to the CEO and partnering with the senior leadership team, this pivotal role will identify opportunities to develop out of home care models for the Foundation that provide a superior service offering to children.  Essential to the successful implementation of these service models will be the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and engage with a range of stakeholders on scoping strategies through to implementation, while ensuring that legislative and Department for Child Protection requirements are met.  Ongoing review and improvement of service models will also be a key focus as will be writing policy and tendering for new contracts.

Applications are encouraged from appropriately qualified professionals with a child protection background and demonstrated experience working in out of home care.  A comprehensive knowledge of the child protection system together with specific experience in developing out of home care models are essential requirements.  High levels of energy, enthusiasm, initiative, self-confidence, ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines and stakeholder management capacity are all necessary qualities sought.

In order to attract the best candidate, this position may be offered on either a 12-month contract or ongoing and permanent basis.  This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity to identify and implement improved care services for vulnerable children and young people in child protection.

For further information on our client, please visit hendercare.com.au/hendercare-foundation

Applications should be addressed to Justin Hinora.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call (08) 8100 8849.

Women’s Safety Services SA (WSSSA) supports women and children who are experiencing and/or escaping domestic and family violence. WSSSA provides a range of programs and assistance to women and their children who are living with or escaping domestic or family violence.

This newly created position will play a pivotal role in achieving a positive wellbeing and safety culture through providing a safe working environment and a focus on wellbeing of the workforce across all WSSSA sites. You will have the opportunity to provide operational support in all WHS and wellbeing related matters, as well as contribute expertise towards the development of WHS systems, processes and frameworks.

What you will do:

• Act as a key contact for internal stakeholders, providing coaching, advice and support on WHS regulations, legislation, policies & procedures;
• Review, update and implement WHS policies, procedures and related documentation in line with relevant legislation;
• Proactively identify risks, manage hazards, and investigate incidents;
• Facilitate WHS and wellbeing training & development across the organisation
• Make recommendations, develop and implement wellness programs & initiatives;
• Perform WHS related administration, including SharePoint site administration.

Applications are encouraged from appropriately qualified professionals with demonstrated experience in implementing contemporary wellbeing, health and safety practices. The successful candidate will be positive by nature, and focussed on improving and streamlining processes across the organisation.  Candidates must demonstrate highly developed influencing, consultation and collaboration skills, superior communication skills and a genuine ability to engage stakeholders. Strong working knowledge of the Work Health and Safety Act is important, as is the ability to work autonomously but collaboratively with the wider People & Culture team.

This role is being offered at 0.6FTE and provides an outstanding opportunity for a WHS professional seeking flexibility, whilst contributing to this worthy organisation.

The successful applicant will be required to complete a DHS, National Police Clearance, and must have a full drivers licence.

For a job and person specification please click on the PDF icon above or below, and for further information on our client, please visit womenssafetyservices.com.au

Applications must contain a cover letter and resume, and should be addressed to Justin Hinora.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call Justin or Lucy Dinnison-Mitchell on (08) 8100 8830.

ADELAIDE BASED

Hender Consulting are currently assisting a newly created not-for-profit, community facing entity in the recruitment of their first independent chair. Working towards a worthy cause and with a strong asset base and healthy balance sheet, this entity is positioned to make a marked difference in the lives of those in the community sectors it will touch.

In performing this role, the Chair will work closely with the CEO and existing experienced board members in guiding the organisation into its next phase of its development and will enter the organisation shortly after the conclusion of a full review of its constitution and all internal HR and IR policies.

Applications are sought from highly experienced senior executives/board professionals with strong commercial acumen, a deep understanding and experience with contemporary governance and strategic planning capabilities, complemented by superior communication, innovative thinking and stakeholder management skills.  Unwavering integrity, authenticity, professionalism and credibility are non-negotiable requirements.  Importantly, applicants will need to demonstrate an authentic motivation to contribute their passion and expertise to the governance of an organisation making a tangible difference in the lives of the community.

Expressions of interest from both emerging and seasoned governance professionals will be considered, with sector experience, previous experience as a Chair and GAICD status being advantageous but not essential.

Applications should be address to Andrew Reed.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential telephone discussion, please call Christian Gaszner on (08) 8100 8827.

Founded over 15 years ago, ZED Management Consulting is a highly successful contemporary firm, known for consistently exceeding its client’s expectations. With a team of over 20 consultants, ZED provides a wide range of specialised services nationally in organisational strategic planning, design and reform, performance and improvement, project and change management, communications and stakeholder engagement.

Off the back of a successful financial year, ZED are looking to grow their management team even further with the recruitment of a General Manager. Reporting directly to the Company Directors and acting in conjunction with them, this role will be responsible for further growing and servicing the business’s client base and leading the day to day operations.  The successful candidate for this role will have a high degree of personal integrity, commercial and political acumen, empathy and passion to develop the business.

This position will suit an appropriately qualified and accomplished General Manager who leads from the front with exceptional people management skills and can demonstrate a successful track record of leadership in a comparable business.  An understanding of the dynamics of a privately owned professional services firm will be a distinct advantage but is not essential, while high level commercial acumen, communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills will all be crucial qualities in the successful candidate.

A highly attractive remuneration package will be negotiated to secure a consummate professional capable of assisting in leading this important and successful SA organisation.

For a job and person specification, please click on the PDF icon above or below, and for further information on our client, please visit zedmc.com.au

Applications should be addressed to Andrew Reed. Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call Andrew or Christian Gaszner on (08) 8100 8830.

Founded over 15 years ago, ZED Management Consulting is a highly successful contemporary firm, known for consistently exceeding its client’s expectations.  With a team of over 20 consultants, ZED provides a wide range of specialised services nationally in organisational strategic planning, design and reform, performance and improvement, project and change management, communications and stakeholder engagement.

Off the back of a successful financial year, ZED are looking to grow their management team even further with the recruitment of one or more Senior Consultants / Managers.

Working in a unique, dynamic and rewarding team model your peers will be a close-knit team of experienced consultants and support staff.  Accountable for achieving shared goals and outcomes, you will both lead and support on diverse consulting projects, with a focus on delivering quality outcomes that result in repeat and referral work.  You will enjoy exposure to a diverse range of clients, candidates, organisations and stimulating professional challenges, with the potential to provide in-house expertise on secondment.

Enquiries and applications are encouraged from highly motivated and ideally degree qualified candidates with a strong academic background and demonstrable track record in their career from a range of business disciplines preferably with experience working in a commercial, professional services or comparable environment.

Absolutely essential will be the ability to work autonomously, under pressure and provide accurate and timely reports to enable informed business decisions.  In addition to being a strong and effective manager of both internal and external stakeholders, you will be a dynamic and energetic team contributor, have excellent organisational skills, demonstrate strong initiative and be highly motivated to achieve results.

This is a fantastic career opportunity to utilise and build on your existing skills and knowledge, add value and join a well-respected and highly successful team. 

For further information on our client, please visit zedmc.com.au

Applications should be addressed to Andrew Reed. Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call Andrew or Christian Gaszner on (08) 8100 8830.

Based in the heart of the Adelaide CBD, SEA Gas is a well established natural gas transmission business which owns and operates 800km of essential pipeline infrastructure in south-western Victoria and South Australia.  SEA Gas brings energy to the community delivering to gas fired power stations and servicing industrial, commercial and residential needs in both states.  With a culture that fosters and rewards performance, collaborative teamwork and creative thinking, SEA Gas brings together a team of experienced professionals from across the energy sector with a vision to be the best infrastructure company linking Australia.

Reporting to the CFO as a key member of the Corporate Team, this newly reformed role will suit an experienced senior finance professional in this critical management accounting, systems and decision support role.  Key responsibilities include:

• evaluating, developing, implementing and maintaining integrity of the financial system software;
• producing timely and accurate financial information to support effective decision making for management and the Board;
• providing high level corporate financial analysis and long term forecasting.

Applications are encouraged from CA/CPA qualified candidates with experience in a similar senior finance role focussed on reporting at a business unit or organisational level. The successful candidate will possess strong analytical skills, exceptional Excel and modelling skills and the ability to effectively communicate complex information both verbally and in writing to a diverse range of key stakeholders.  Pragmatism, adaptability, sound judgement, initiative, drive and credibility are also important qualities sought. Regulatory or compliance experience within a highly regulated industry will be advantageous.

A competitive remuneration package is on offer to secure a high calibre candidate for this critical role.

For a job and person specification, please click on the PDF icon above or below, and for further information on our client, please visit seagas.com.au

Applications should be addressed to Justin Hinora.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call Justin or Lucy Dinnison-Mitchell on (08) 8100 8827.

Founded in 1999, Mitolo Wines is a well established family owned business producing individual handcrafted, premium wines built on passion and an uncompromising commitment to quality.  The business now exports wine to over 20 countries around the world, and is home to a stunning and contemporary tasting room, restaurant and events space.  Mitolo Wines now seeks to appoint a dynamic, passionate and commercially focussed leader to guide the business through its next exciting phase.  

Reporting to the Managing Director and under guidance from the Advisory Board, this newly created position is responsible for:

• advising on and driving delivery of the business strategy to continually build on the strong brand and success of Mitolo Wines;
• managing and overseeing the operations of the business (wines and cellar door), including commercial, financial, people and risk;
• providing effective and positive leadership to the dedicated, tight knit team;
• further developing and implementing sales, marketing and business development initiatives to support growth, innovation and commercial success in direct, local wholesale and export markets;
• developing, managing and maintaining productive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

Applications are encouraged from appropriately qualified general management professionals with deep wine sector experience and the demonstrated ability to drive growth in international markets.  High level interpersonal skills, strong strategic thinking capability, sound commercial acumen, versatility, energy, integrity and warmth will be important to ensure success in this role.

This is a rare leadership opportunity in the wine sector with an iconic business well positioned for further success.

For further information on our client, please visit mitolowines.com.au

Applications should be addressed to Andrew Reed.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call Andrew or Lucy Dinnison-Mitchell on (08) 8100 8827.

The Australian Dental Association SA Branch (ADASA) has provided support to dentists throughout South Australia for the past 92 years.  Over 900 member dentists rely on ADASA to keep them informed on matters regarding dental research, industry developments and political issues impacting the dental community in SA.  It also provides services to support members with continuing professional development and acts as a liaison with professional indemnity insurers.

The ADASA is seeking to appoint its next Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The CEO is responsible for managing the requirements of the SA Branch including membership services and stakeholder relationships (such as SA Health and the University Sector) as well as financial management and policy development.  The CEO will also facilitate communication at a national level representing members’ interests to the Federal ADA Body. 

Reporting to the ADASA Council (Board of Management), the successful candidate will work with the small but experienced management team and a network of committees to analyse issues facing the profession and provide advice accordingly.  This position will encompass strategic development, operational management and policy development and will require a highly skilled individual who can build relationships effectively within a professional membership based or related services environment.  Your exceptional communication and leadership skills, energy and drive will enable you to maintain a collaborative work environment and develop strong stakeholder relationships at all levels.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a track record of achievement in general management with experience in the health sector being an advantage but not a pre-requisite. 

Make an enquiry about this position to further explore this rare opportunity with a crucial SA based member driven organisation.

For further information on our client, please visit adasa.asn.au

Applications should be addressed to Andrew Reed.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.  

For a confidential discussion, please call Andrew or Christian Gaszner on (08) 8100 8827.

MULTI-SITE FOCUS – 200 BEDS
ADELAIDE BASED

Our client is a leading provider of community, retirement and aged care services across Australia.  Its growth has been both organic and via acquisition, and the organisation continues to expand.  A rare opportunity has emerged, responsible for the senior management of two residential facilities and functional accountability for retirement community services in South Australia. 

Reporting to the Director of Operations, Retirement Communities, this position will play a hands on role within the facilities to ensure excellence in all facets of care for residents and their families/carers.   Key objectives include:

• monitoring financial performance;
• promoting continuous improvement;
• fostering a culture of service quality;
• developing and implementing corporate standards of care and services;
• managing other corporate functions as required.

Critical to the success of this role is a strong understanding of financial and budget management, highly developed leadership capabilities, sound written and verbal communication skills, and well established strategic and operational abilities.  Superior organisational and problem solving skills and the ability to remain flexible in a changing environment are paramount.  Experience as a senior leader with responsibility for diverse functions in an aged care or comparable health related environment is required.  Whilst current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA will be highly regarded, applicants with a tertiary qualification in a health or related field are also encouraged to apply.  This role will ideally suit an experienced professional, who is ready to make the transition from single site to multi-site (200 bed) responsibility. A competitive salary package including salary sacrifice benefits will be offered to attract and secure the right candidate.

Applications should be addressed to Justin Hinora.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call (08) 8100 8849.

The South Australian Housing Authority (SAHA) is the custodian of a modern, sustainable, integrated and effective housing system.  The Authority acts to empower South Australians with housing choices, enabling improved life outcomes now and in the future.  It manages over $10b in assets, provides housing and support for 60,000 public housing tenants and assists 25,000 people a year in private rental, making a significant difference to lives of South Australians.  A further 20,000 people are assisted through the homelessness support service network of providers.  SAHA also creates new affordable housing support for rental and home purchase and oversees regulation of the community housing sector.

Reporting to the Chief Executive and as a member of the Executive team, the focus of this role is to maximise the use of financial and physical resources to facilitate the achievement of the SAHA strategic objectives.  Key responsibilities include:

• driving and successfully negotiating innovative partnerships and financial outcomes with multiple parties that deliver affordable housing options;
• establishing a new performance management framework with the government and Board, including monitoring financial performance across the Authority;
• leading and implementing reporting, performance indicators and measurement tools for evaluating outcomes and recommending reforms within agreed projects and programs;
• leading the development and provision of, strategic financial and investment advice to the Chief Executive and the Board, respecting the formulation of annual Budget;
• providing strategic leadership in the development of best practice financial management, investment and treasury practices for the Authority.

Applications are invited from experienced executives, with superior communication, negotiation, change management and strategic thinking skills.  Corporate finance leadership experience, including a successful record of financial and investment performance against business objectives and a demonstrated understanding of property finance, property risk, and asset utilisation and lifecycles are essential.  Leadership experience, including a demonstrated ability to set direction, delegate, drive performance and develop capacity and capability will also be critical.  Pragmatism, resilience, intuition, sound judgement, drive and energy are also important qualities sought in what is a politically and socially sensitive context.

Applications should be addressed to Justin Hinora.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call Justin or Lucy Dinnison-Mitchell on (08) 8100 8849.

Barossa Village is a not-for-profit, community owned organisation employing over 250 staff on an asset base of over $70m and revenue approaching $20m annually.  Barossa Village has provided aged care services to the Barossa Valley for over 55 years and is recognised for its excellence in service delivery.  Internationally credentialed but locally focused, Barossa Village provides comprehensive care to ensure an optimum quality of life for its residents and clients.

Through the continued growth of Barossa Village, the organisation is now looking to fill the newly created role of General Manager – Delivery.  Sitting on the Executive Leadership Team and reporting directly to the CEO, this role will have responsibility for:

• leading, managing, motivating and developing the dedicated staff and fostering a strong customer service culture;
• delivering projects and capital works, including new developments and the maintenance of current assets;
• performance reporting on the organisation’s overall strategic plan;
• expanding commercial income streams and business models to fully capitalise on Barossa Village’s asset base.

The successful candidate will be an appropriately qualified senior manager with the ability to assist in leading the organisation through its next phase of growth and diversification while facing increasing competition.  Aged care experience is not a pre-requisite for this position although an understanding of the challenges facing the sector will be of benefit. 

Excellent leadership skills, sound commercial acumen, an innovative approach to business development and highly developed interpersonal skills will also be extremely important to ensure success in this unique role.

A competitive executive remuneration package will be offered to secure a proven leader committed to working in one of Australia’s most successful regions offering genuine lifestyle benefits.

For a job and person specification, please click on the PDF icon above or below, and for further information on our client, please visit barossavillage.org

Applications should be addressed to Andrew Reed.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your applicaiton.

For a confidential discussion, please call Andrew or Christian Gaszner on (08) 8100 8849.

• Based in the beautiful Barossa Valley
• Excellence in strategic retail leadership
• Large format, multi-concept, independent supermarket driving innovation, impact and regional vibrancy

About the Barossa Co-op

Established in 1944, with a footprint of nine retail stores and employing 300 plus team members, the Barossa Community Co-operative Store is the largest retail co-operative in Australia.  They are a little unique at the Co-op – they are not owned by one person or silent shareholders, but by over 20,000 active members, who contribute to the Co-op’s focus on exploring new ways to deliver better outcomes for customers, members and the community.

About the role

Reporting to the CEO, this person will be a key member of the tight-knit senior leadership team and will take responsibility for:

• expediting the vision and strategic direction across all business units of the Fresh Foodland store with energy and a passion for excellence;
• providing inspired leadership to develop, deliver and drive operational continuous improvement activities across all business units, maintaining the store as a refreshing and innovative destination;
• building robust commercial outcomes further strengthening the Barossa Co-op organisation;
• leading, managing, mentoring and developing relationships across the team, ultimately delivering a positive impact on the local community.

Skills and experience

Applications are encouraged from highly experienced retail leaders who can demonstrate managing a comparable integrated entity.  Other critical qualities sought include a passion for this industry, positive change and people leadership skills, commercial and financial acumen, project management and highly developed negotiation and communication skills.  Pragmatism, intuition, integrity, objectivity, energy, credibility and authenticity are also important qualities sought. 

The Co-op’s values as a community co-operative are as important as their profits.  A remuneration package reflecting the importance of the role will be offered to a high calibre individual keen to join this renowned and iconic organisation.

For a job and person specification, please click on the PDF icon above or below, and for further information on our client, please visit barossa.coop

Applications should be addressed to Andrew Reed.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call Andrew or Lucy Dinnison-Mitchell on (08) 8100 8827.

The City of Unley is one of South Australia’s most exciting and progressive local councils, with an enviable reputation for leading social policy, exceptional customer service and exciting urban projects to boost both the quality of life and economic prosperity of the City.  

Employing approximately 180 staff and utilising a budget of around $45m, the City of Unley is situated in the heart of metropolitan Adelaide. It is home to some 39,000 residents and around 1,200 businesses.  

An exciting opportunity has emerged for a high performing Development & Regulatory leader to join the Unley’s Management team.  Reporting to the General Manager City Services, this position leads a team of specialist staff in the delivery of services, projects and initiatives that facilitate and promote sound planning, building, design and development, community safety, public health and compliance.  This role has responsibility for determining, prioritising, implementing and evaluating policies and frameworks, undertaking continuous improvement and business development initiatives, management of resources and targets that reflect contemporary practices, critical to Council achieving its vision and objectives.

With strong planning qualifications, extensive experience and credibility across both industry and government, the successful candidate will assume a pivotal leadership role in high level negotiations for a range of high-profile urban initiatives and planning reform matters while ensuring continuous improvement and compliance in the provision of planning and regulatory services to deliver effective planning, development and public health and safety outcomes.

The successful candidate will have the ability to forge strong relationships and demonstrate a passion and commitment for providing exception customer experiences to both internal and external customers.  Superior leadership capability, high level influencing, negotiation and presentation skills, strong strategic planning abilities, political acumen, diplomacy, authenticity, integrity and experience working with a broad range of key stakeholders are all essential requirements.

A senior remuneration package commensurate with the skills and experience required for a role of this importance will be negotiated with the successful candidate.

For a job and person specification, please click on the PDF icon above or below, and for further information on our client, please visit unley.sa.gov.au

Applications should be addressed to Andrew Reed.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your applicaiton.

For a confidential discussion, please call Andrew or Christian Gaszner on (08) 8100 8827.

St Peter’s Girls’ School is a leading ELC to Year 12 Anglican and International Baccalaureate World School located in Stonyfell, just 5km from Adelaide’s CBD.  With transformational capital works and cutting-edge curriculum offerings, the School has never been in a better position.

To help lift Saints Girls to even greater heights, an opportunity has arisen for two new members to join the School’s highly experienced, voluntary Board of Governors.  Skills and experience sought include (but are not limited to) finance, risk, tertiary education or industry.  Responsibilities will involve membership of the full Board and at least one sub-committee.

High levels of commercial and political acumen complemented by exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, governance and stakeholder management capacity are all essential qualities.  AICD qualifications would be highly regarded.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a valuable contribution in supporting girls to become the leaders of tomorrow.

For further information on our client, visit stpetersgirls.sa.edu.au

Applications should be addressed to Andrew Reed or Justin Hinora.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call (08) 8100 8827.

Based in city fringe central office
Attractive remuneration package

Our client is a growing and diverse early learning years business, currently with one centre based in the northern suburbs and a second centre to commence operations in the southern suburbs in 2020.  A progressive rollout of further sites is planned over the next five years and beyond.  Based from a central office on the fringe of the Adelaide CBD, this position will be a challenging but rewarding opportunity to contribute to the future growth and direction of an exciting portfolio of Early Learning Centres (ELCs).  Key responsibilities include:

• leading and developing a portfolio of ELCs, ensuring consistent and high quality service delivery to children and their families;
• assisting in the identification, assessment and implementation of new sites;
• achieving strict compliance at each site with respect to legislative obligations, industrial agreements, industry standards and assessments, codes of practice and applicable policies and procedures;
• managing and monitoring the financial performance and human resources of the business;
• ensuring positive relationships with key stakeholders, including service providers.

Applications are encouraged from candidates with appropriate qualifications in early childhood education and previous experience managing a multi-site or large early years education facility.  Resilience, diplomacy, initiative, warmth, good humour and exceptional interpersonal skills will all be essential requirements, as well as strong commercial acumen to ensure sound decision making across the business.  This is a hands on role, so the ability to oscillate between operational and strategic demands will be important.

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the skills and experience required for a role of this importance will be negotiated with the successful candidate.

Applications should be addressed to Justin Hinora.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call Justin or Lucy Dinnison-Mitchell on (08) 8100 8849.

With an enviable international reputation for world class performances and a vital role at the heart of the South Australian community, the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra (ASO) is one of the nation's most exciting performing arts organisations.

Reporting to the Managing Director, this role will be a pivotal member of the Leadership Team, responsible for strengthening the ASO’s revenue base through the continued development of key partnership and fundraising initiatives.  Key responsibilities include:

• developing and executing fundraising strategies and campaigns to enhance existing relationships and generate new partnerships;
• nurturing pre-existing relationships to ensure maximum value is realised for both parties;
• ensuring the management, growth and creation of financially strong and mutually beneficial partnerships;
• identifying and securing appropriate Government funding sources.

Applications are encouraged from well-rounded candidates with the ability to demonstrate success in developing and implementing innovative approaches to enhance and maximise corporate sponsorship or fundraising opportunities.  Appropriate qualifications and proven experience in developing and maintaining strategic partnerships is essential, as is the ability to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders.  A sound understanding of contemporary fundraising approaches will be required along with experience in preparing and presenting proposals to, and securing support from, corporates, trusts and foundations.

Experience in the performing arts is not a prerequisite but a genuine affinity with the ASO will be expected.

This is a rare opportunity to join Adelaide’s largest performing arts company and make a significant contribution to both the organisation and to the cultural heart of the State.

For a job and person specification, please click on the PDF icon above or below, and for further information on our client, please visit aso.com.au

Applications should be addressed to Andrew Reed.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call Andrew or Christian Gaszner on (08) 8100 8827.

Camp Quality believes every Australian child impacted by cancer – be that their own diagnosis or the diagnosis of someone they love - should have every opportunity to thrive.  They do this by providing innovative programs and services to develop life skills and strengthen the wellbeing of children aged 0 – 13 growing up with cancer, and their families.

The Partnerships Manager plays a critical role within Camp Quality, reporting directly to the State Manager (Vic, Tas & SA).  The Partnerships Manager is responsible for developing, managing and fostering positive relationships between Camp Quality and its corporate, major donors, community and significant special event partners in South Australia.  Some of the key responsibilities in this role include:

• ensuring the management, growth and creation of financially strong and mutually beneficial partnerships;
• contributing to financial sustainability and revenue growth;
• development and management of new business;
• relationship management and revenue growth;
• building partnerships and other revenue portfolios;
• budget and financial management.

Applications are encouraged from innovative and well-rounded marketing, brand and communications professionals.  Appropriate qualifications and proven experience in developing and maintaining strategic partnerships is essential, as is the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders while upholding all of Camp Quality’s values.  Central to the role is a genuine affinity with the work of Camp Quality, along with credibility, authenticity, versatility, commercial acumen, intelligence and resilience.

For a job and person specification, please click on the PDF icon above or below, and for further information on our client, please visit campquality.org.au  

Applications should be addressed to Andrew Reed and Lucy Dinnison-Mitchell.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call (08) 8100 8827.

Based in the heart of the Adelaide CBD, SEA Gas is a well established natural gas transmission business that owns and operates 800km of essential pipeline infrastructure in south-western Victoria and South Australia.  SEA Gas brings energy to the community delivering to gas fired power stations and servicing industrial, commercial and residential needs in both states.  With a culture that fosters and rewards performance, collaborative teamwork and creative thinking, SEA Gas brings together a team of experienced professionals from across the energy sector with a vision to be the best infrastructure company linking Australia.

An opportunity exists for an electrical engineer with Project Management experience to join the Asset Management team.  Accountable for the day to day management and delivery of a broad range of projects, the role offers diversity across capital, integrity and maintenance projects. Specific responsibilities include:

• planning and delivery of integrity, expansion, maintenance and operational projects relating to the pipeline and associated assets including SCADA systems;
• ensuring a robust project risk management framework and reporting;
• providing engineering oversight and knowledge;
• ensuring effective procurement of materials and services for projects including tender processes and contract delivery;
• management of project budgets, schedules and reporting;
• ensuring safety, quality and environmental management obligations are met;
• supporting the continuous improvement of project management and asset management systems; and
• ensuring appropriate operations handover.

Candidates must demonstrate well developed project management experience in Pipeline, Oil and Gas or a related industry.  A relevant engineering qualification (electrical) enabling membership of the Institute of Engineers Australia is essential and project management qualifications are desirable.  You will have the ability to autonomously manage multiple projects and work with team members to achieve required outcomes at a program level, where shared knowledge and experience is valued.  Effective communication, influencing, relationship development and problem resolution skills will be important. 

The role will suit an experienced project manager who is familiar with the installation of electrical equipment in hazardous areas and is keen to join this progressive and growing organisation in a key role.  A competitive remuneration package with a performance based bonus is on offer to secure a high caliber candidate for this permanent role. 

For a job and person specification, please click on the PDF icon above or below, and for further information on our client, please visit seagas.com.au

Applications should be addressed to Andrew Reed.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call Lucy Dinnison-Mitchell or Christian Gaszner on (08) 8100 8827.

Based in the heart of the Adelaide CBD, SEA Gas is a well established natural gas transmission business which owns and operates 800km of essential pipeline infrastructure in south-western Victoria and South Australia.  SEA Gas brings energy to the community delivering to gas fired power stations and servicing industrial, commercial and residential needs in both states.  With a culture that fosters and rewards performance, collaborative teamwork and creative thinking, SEA Gas brings together a team of experienced professionals from across the energy sector with a vision to be the best infrastructure company linking Australia.

This key role is accountable for engineering work related to Pipeline Systems with a particular focus on pipeline facilities, including:

• asset management strategic planning;
• maintenance scope development and procedure oversight;
• technical support for both metropolitan and remote facilities along the length of the pipeline system;
• preparing technical specifications for procurement, design and modifications; and
• engineering change management.

Applications are sought from engineering professionals with oil and gas or pipeline operation experience.  Engineering qualifications (preferably mechanical or chemical), enabling membership of the Institute of Engineers Australia, is essential.  Familiarity with Australian Standards, codes and legislation within the industry will be required.  Also important will be excellent relationship building skills combined with sound written communication abilities sufficient to prepare technical reports to meet pipeline licence requirements.

The role will suit an experienced gas/pipeline engineer keen to join this progressive and growing organisation in a key engineering and asset management role.  A competitive remuneration package with a performance based bonus structure is on offer.

For a job and person specification, please click on the PDF icon above or below, and for further information on our client, please visit seagas.com.au

Applications should be addressed to Andrew Reed.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call Lucy Dinnison-Mitchell or Christian Gaszner on (08) 8100 8827.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join ACH Group, a leading not-for-profit Aged Care Provider as the General Manager of Customer Experience and Growth - an opportunity to make a difference in a business that is embarking on a journey to deliver an unrivalled customer experience.

As the GM Customer Experience & Growth, you will be responsible for leading the Customer Access and Sales, Customer Experience and Marketing Divisions.  You will find new areas of demand as your ideas translate into bottom-line impact.  This is a strategic role with an analytical foundation where you will use your sharp eye for new business opportunities.

As a member of the Executive Management Team, you will play an active role in ACH Group decisions by contributing to the overall strategic and financial performance of the organisation.  Key responsibilities include:

• leading a contemporary customer experience, sales growth and brand strategy;
• proactively identifying, activating, maintaining and enhancing important commercial relationships with key external stakeholders towards both organic and inorganic business growth;
• utilising research, feedback and analytics to ensure a customer centric culture to maximise customer satisfaction and retention;
• managing a highly skilled leadership team and leveraging expertise within the Division to translate opportunities into the service provider of choice for customers;
• aligning strategy to ensure customer retention and acquisition of new customers and revenue streams;
• motivating and influencing customer service excellence across the organisation.

You are obsessed with delivering extraordinary customer experiences, wake up thinking about how to build effective partnerships and can bring creative energy and drive innovation as you lead the customer and revenue strategy.  You will also demonstrate how your strong engagement, influencing and collaboration skills help you to identify, design and implement key customer and growth initiatives.

You will also possess a relevant degree level qualification (with a post graduate degree highly desirable) and demonstrated experience in delivering business growth in a competitive market.  An entrepreneurial mindset to drive change combined with the ability to navigate ambiguity in a regulated and complex environment will also be important.

For a job and person specification, please click on the PDF icon above or below, and for further information on our client, please visit achgroup.org.au 

Applications should be addressed to Andrew Reed and Justin Hinora.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call Hender Consulting on (08) 8100 8827. 

ACH Group is a leading provider of residential, retirement living, in-home and community services to older people in SA and Victoria.  1,700 staff and hundreds of volunteers are dedicated to ACH Group’s vision of supporting people to live good lives.  The organisation is widely recognised as a progressive and innovative leader with award winning customer and employee initiatives.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, Frank Weits and working closely with the Executive Management Team and experienced skills-based Board, the responsibilities of this significant Adelaide based CFO role include:

• proactively contributing to the strategic direction of the organisation as the key financial adviser to the CEO and Board;
• providing leadership in planning, directing, developing and administering the financial activities of the organisation including accountability for the corporate functions of procurement, finance and investments, payroll, compliance and risk management;
• leading, managing, mentoring and developing the finance and associated corporate services teams;
• maintaining and enhancing important relationships with key external stakeholders;
• ensuring detailed analysis and information provision to support and articulate key business decisions.

The successful candidate will be an appropriately qualified senior finance executive with demonstrated capability to lead this function in a large organisation through ongoing reform, growth and increasing competition.  Aged care or human services experience is an advantage, however candidates with significant leadership experience from highly comparable domains are also encouraged to apply.

Essential qualities sought include well-developed commercial and political acumen, together with superior communication, negotiation, stakeholder management and leadership capacity and a sharp eye for business cases.  Warmth, empathy, integrity, strategic insight and credibility will also be necessary to identify, inspire and activate positive change. An attractive senior executive remuneration package will be negotiated to secure a high calibre candidate and it is envisaged the role will be offered as a two or three year contract in the first instance.

For a job and person specification, please click on the PDF icon above or below, and for further information on our client, please visit achgroup.org.au 

Applications should be addressed to Andrew Reed.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call Andrew or Christian Gaszner on (08) 8100 8827.

Based in the heart of the Adelaide CBD, SEA Gas is a well established natural gas transmission business which owns and operates 800km of essential pipeline infrastructure in south-western Victoria and South Australia.  SEA Gas brings energy to the community delivering to gas fired power stations and servicing industrial, commercial and residential needs in both states.  With a culture that fosters and rewards performance, collaborative teamwork and creative thinking, SEA Gas brings together a team of experienced professionals from across the energy sector with a vision to be the best infrastructure company linking Australia.

This varied role is accountable for engineering work related to the pipeline system with a primary focus on managing a project to optimise SEA Gas alarm management. 

Key responsibilities include:

• alarm management and review for the pipeline system;
• asset change management;
• gas quality oversight;
• review of metering and unaccounted for gas;
• support for pipeline modelling operations, commercial growth and emergency response; and
• engineering support for business development projects.

Applications are welcome from engineering professionals with oil and gas or pipeline operation experience and a chemical engineering qualification enabling membership of the Institute of Engineers Australia.  Familiarity with Australian Standards, codes and legislation within the industry will be required.  Also important will be excellent relationship building skills combined with sound written and verbal communication abilities.  The position is offered on a two year contract basis with possible opportunity for future ongoing employment.

The role may suit either a seasoned professional or a slightly less experienced oil and gas/pipeline engineer keen to join this progressive and growing organisation in a diverse engineering role.  A competitive remuneration package with a performance based bonus is on offer.

For a job and person specification, please click on the PDF icon above or below, and for further information on our client, please visit seagas.com.au

Applications should be addressed to Andrew Reed.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call Lucy Dinnison-Mitchell or Christian Gaszner on (08) 8100 8827.

In the last 50 years, Flinders University has developed a remarkable record of achievement across an impressive range of endeavour.  It is recognised as a progressive and innovative institution, highly regarded in a competitive and rapidly evolving global environment.  With more than 2,000 staff, multiple campuses and a Goods and Services spend circa $170m, it enjoys a reputation for excellence in teaching and research, with a long standing commitment to enhancing educational opportunities for all. 

Reporting to the Associate Director, Procurement Services, this position is part of a newly established team that is responsible for the procurement and contracting of specified major commodity groups across the University, and for capital, strategic and high-risk procurement projects.  The role will also contribute to the development and establishment of the Procurement team, including the development of key systems and processes.

Based at Bedford Park with stunning views, the primary accountabilities of this role include:

• developing an in-depth understanding of the University stakeholder requirements including extensive consultation with user groups and leading cross functional teams to deliver exceptional procurement outcomes;
• developing and implementing procurement and category strategies, incorporating data, market and needs analysis;
• ensuring procurement requirements are met commercially and strategically, and comply with all governance and policy requirements;
• working with other Procurement Category Managers or other Finance and Procurement Services staff where appropriate to ensure the delivery of projects or to resolve issues.

Applications are sought from procurement or contract management professionals with demonstrated experience in developing and managing strategic procurement services in a comparably large and complex environment.  A collaborative interpersonal style, superior communication and negotiation skills, strong business and commercial acumen, a strategic and creative mindset and sound project and change management skills will be essential.  Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline will be highly regarded.

This position is offered initially on a two-year contract.  An attractive remuneration package including 17% superannuation is offered to secure a genuinely dynamic and capable individual keen to add value to this critical service for the University.

For a job and person specification, please click on the PDF icon above or below, and for  further information on our client, please visit flinders.edu.au

Applications should be addressed to Justin Hinora.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call Justin or Lucy Dinnison-Mitchell on (08) 8100 8849.

Located in the high technology business cluster in Mawson Lakes in northern Adelaide, Ultra Electronics (Avalon Systems) is the Australian headquarters of a global entity and provides innovative technical expertise and solutions to the burgeoning defence sector.  With around 70 staff and long term contracts, the future for the business is bright.

The Commercial Manager is a pivotal member of the team managing customer contracts and overseeing supply chain activities.  Key responsibilities of this newly created role include:

• preparing, reviewing and negotiating contracts and subcontracts;
• monitoring contract performance ensuring appropriate protective measures are undertaken as necessary;
• developing productive relationships with customers, vendors and third party stakeholders;
• managing commercial risks and opportunities;
• providing leadership to the Procurement Specialist.

Applications are invited from experienced contract management professionals with appropriate tertiary qualifications and significant experience in commercial contract management in a complex industry environment.  Superior business acumen, negotiation, management, leadership and strategic thinking skills will be paramount as will political savvy, integrity, drive, energy, credibility and authenticity.  Experience in the defence industry will be very highly regarded and holding (or the ability to obtain) a Defence Security Clearance – Secret will be essential.

This is an exciting career opportunity with a growing business supporting a flagship SA industry sector.

For a job and person specification, please click on the PDF icon above or below, and for further information on our client, please visit ultra-electronics.com.au

Applications should be addressed to Andrew Reed and Lucy Dinnison-Mitchell.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call (08) 8100 8827.

St Mark’s College was founded in 1925 as the first university residential College in Adelaide.  Comprising a vibrant and diverse community whose life comes from its members, the College today combines the best of tradition with a modern and progressive outlook and is home to an active community of over 200 students.

The College seeks to appoint three experienced and suitably qualified board members to its highly professional and voluntary Board.

The role of the Board is to set the strategic direction and monitor the performance of the College.  Applications are encouraged from both within and outside the College community from experienced board members with a range of professional backgrounds.  Core skills and attributes include strategic thinking, leadership, risk oversight and financial literacy.  The Board is also seeking experience in at least one of the following areas: wellbeing of young people, brand and marketing, and stakeholder engagement. Experience within the education sector is also desirable but is not essential.  Most important is a genuine affinity with the importance of and value provided by the College in nurturing students to reach their potential.

Successful candidates will possess a sound knowledge of contemporary governance frameworks, with AICD qualifications being highly regarded.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant and valuable contribution to this iconic College. 

For further information on our client, please visit stmarkscollege.com.au

Applications should be addressed to Andrew Reed & Christian Gaszner.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call (08) 8100 8827.