General Manager - Saunders Piping Solutions

General Manager - Saunders Piping Solutions Saunders International Limited (ASX: SND) provides a multidisciplinary, integrated offering across the complete asset lifecycle, specialising in Bulk Fluid Transfer, Structural, Mechanical and Piping (SMP), Industrial Automation and Electrical, Civil Infrastructure and Industrial Asset Services. The Group is a trusted partner to leading organisations across Australia and the Pacific Region, focusing on the key markets of Defence & Government, Energy, Water, Resources & Industrials. Additional information about Saunders can be found at . Saunders is now seeking to appoint a dynamic and entrepreneurially focused General Manager to manage all business activities, drive sales, and exceed overall growth objectives.

The Role

Saunders International is seeking a motivated and results-driven General Manager to lead a team in delivering excellence in the piping solutions sector. This is a senior leadership position with responsibilities ranging from strategic planning and financial management to team development and operational excellence. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the General Manager will oversee the growth and profitability of the business, ensuring compliance with industry standards while driving continuous improvement and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and execute the 2–5-year Strategic Business Plan.
2. Foster relationships with clients and identify growth opportunities.
3. Prepare and manage budgets, ensuring profitability and cost control.
4. Lead tendering processes, negotiate commercial terms, oversee bid preparation and submissions.
5. Maintain accurate forecasting, project costs, and client relationship systems.
6. Lead, mentor, and resource the team to achieve project success.
7. Promote a culture of teamwork, safety, and innovation.
8. Drive operational excellence through planning, scheduling, and internal process enhancements.
9. Champion improvement initiatives and industry best practices.
10. Oversee quality and safety compliance across all operations.

About You

The ideal candidate will be technically minded and have strong leadership capabilities, with strengths in business development, operations management, and project management. High levels of commercial and financial acumen are essential, along with coaching and relationship management. Candidates should ideally have relevant industry experience within engineering, construction, and project execution and management.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Tertiary qualifications in Engineering or Business.
2. 8+ years of experience in project management or equivalent.
3. Proven senior management experience with strong commercial acumen.
4. General WHS Induction for Construction (White/Blue Card).
5. High-level communication and negotiation skills.

How To Apply

Please apply via the “Apply for this job” button or via , quoting reference number 1292759 . For initial enquiries or for any assistance you may need in making your application please contact Stuart Chandler at (02) 9256 7000. #J-18808-Ljbffr