Keller Australia
We are Australia's leader in geotechnical solutions and proud to be one of the globally connected companies of Keller, the world’s largest geotechnical engineering contractor. We have delivered industry leading foundations and ground improvement solutions to the building, construction, and mining industries in Australia for over 60 years.
The role
As a key member of the senior leadership team, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape and lead the strategic direction of Keller’s Victorian business. You will develop and execute a clear, focused strategy aligned with Keller’s overarching business objectives.
We are looking for an experienced and inspiring leader who thrives in managing diverse operations, mentoring teams, and fostering a culture of collaboration and operational excellence.
Key responsibilities
- Drive the success of the Victorian region by developing, implementing, and maintaining a strategic plan aligned with Keller's business goals
- Cultivate a high performance, customer focused team culture, upholding the company’s vision, values, and behaviors
- Effectively manage the work pipeline to deliver results in line with budget and business expectations
- Build and nurture strong relationships with key clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, ensuring timely resolution of disputes and maintaining professional partnerships
- Lead and mentor direct reports to foster a collaborative and operationally excellent team environment
- Oversee risk identification and management throughout the project lifecycle in accordance with company procedures and authority levels
- Actively contribute to strategic planning and development as part of the senior leadership team, reporting to the Managing Director
About you
To excel in this role, you will be a strong, results driven leader who fosters collaboration, champions operational excellence, and demonstrates an unwavering commitment to Keller’s vision and values.
Key requirements
- Tertiary qualifications in civil or geotechnical engineering, or a related field
- Extensive experience in people management, fostering teamwork, and driving collaboration both regionally and across the business
- Strong commercial acumen with significant experience in managing projects and client relationships
- A deep understanding of geotechnical and foundation systems
- Solid knowledge of commercial and contractual aspects of projects
- Proven ability to establish and maintain professional, harmonious relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors, and suppliers
- Previous experience in civil, earth works, ground improvement, piling and geotech projects is highly desirable
This role is your chance to make a significant impact within a globally respected organisation. If you are a strategic leader ready to drive success and inspire a high performing team, we would love to hear from you!
Why work with us
As part of our team, you will enjoy:
- Excellent remuneration package including vehicle allowance, mobile and laptop
- An opportunity to make an impact as a member of the senior leadership team with a leading geotechnical engineering company
- The opportunity to further develop your skills and professional development
- Learning and development opportunities and wellbeing support
- Career progression including an emphasis of promoting from within and international opportunities
- Leave benefits including 16 weeks of paid primary carers leave
- Free on site parking
How to apply
Keller Australia is an equal opportunity employer, and we support diversity in our workforce. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQI+; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged to apply.
We believe in hiring for potential so if this role interests you, but you don’t quite meet all the required criteria, we would still love to hear from you!
If you are ready to join the Keller Australia team, please send through a copy of your updated CV by hitting the 'apply' button.