The Organisation: This is a global life sciences organisation that sets the standard in analytical services. It delivers critical quality and environmental assurance across multiple sectors — from agroscience to food safety to biopharma. Here, technical excellence meets real-world impact. For the right leader, this is an opportunity to take the helm of a high-performing, multi-site operation — shaping teams, driving operational excellence, and making a genuine difference to industries, communities, and the environment. About the role: As the General Manager, you will have the ability to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across the business units. This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership role within one of the most stable and high-performing business groups, within Australia. Key Responsibilities: Lead and support Business Unit Managers across four states, overseeing a team of 140 employees. Drive commercial outcomes including sales growth, financial performance (P&L), and operational efficiency. Oversee workforce planning, recruitment and employee engagement to foster a high-performing, collaborative culture. Build trusted relationships across the business, integrating with existing teams and aligning unit processes. Identify opportunities for business development and support national Business Development Managers in growth strategies. Govern OH&S and quality compliance. Implement best practice systems and processes, while promoting innovation and continuous improvement. Expertise in workforce planning, compliance, customer satisfaction, and service quality. Experience in streamlining systems and improving technical operations. Drove innovation projects that enhanced customer outcomes and operational efficiency. Delivered revenue growth, manage overall performance of laboratories, including budgets, compliance, and achievement of financial and operational target Operational experience To be successful in this role, you'll bring: Extensive senior management experience (7-10 Years ), ideally within a multi-site or complex operational environment. Strong commercial acumen, with proven experience in business development, sales strategy and revenue growth initiatives. Experience managing P&L performance and delivering operational excellence. A collaborative, people-focused leadership style – able to build trust quickly and inspire high-performing teams. The ability to think strategically while also being hands-on, with an entrepreneurial and solutions-focused mindset. What’s In It for You: Amazing Employee Benefits Relaxed working environment Amazing work culture! Current Employees have decades of combined experience, they blend deep industry expertise with a culture that thrives on both stability and innovation Annual Pay increase We contribute an extra 1.5% on top of your standard 12% to you Superannuation Novated Leasing Annual Bonuses Car allowance Contact Jenny Hiep on ( jhiep@fourquarters.com.au ) with an updated resume. Please note: Only successfully shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Candidate must be based in VIC Please add your suburb of residence on your resume
