Country General Manager - PNG & Solomon Islands

Company :

Hastings Deering (Australia) Ltd

We are seeking applications for a Country General Manager – PNG & Solomon Islands. This will be a residential role, located in Port Moresby and will be employed by the entity Hastings Deering PNG.

As the current incumbent of this role prepares for their future transition back to Australia, we are striving to secure a team member interested in this rare opportunity, whilst ensuring a smooth and suitable period for a handover.

This role primarily exists to provide safety leadership, executive management, strategic execution and compliance for the PNG and Solomon Islands area operations including Business Centre facilities, personnel, inventory and other assets in accordance with Company policies and procedures in order to achieve budgeted Revenue and Profit targets and a high level of customer satisfaction, whilst maintaining a safe and harmonious working environment.

The key responsibilities of this role will include:

• Oversee all responsibilities for PNG and the Solomon Islands including; proposing and implementing the Strategy, on-going development of the Company, safety at work, and meeting the various targets that have been agreed
• Ensure compliance with local health, safety, sustainability, legislation and regulations in line with Company policy and procedures
• On-going development of the customer base and large projects occurring in PNG and the Solomon Islands, with personal involvement in maintaining a high level of contact with key influencers
• Cascade the group objectives in terms of KPI to the various Managers in the Company and control the achievements
• Oversee governance ensuring site legal and other obligations are identified and licenses are maintained
• Oversee Industrial Relations (relations are also related to the local community therefore a good understanding of their culture and maintaining numerous contacts with the different tribes is vital)
• Oversee all staffing activities including recruitment, remuneration and employment contracts inline with company policy
• Maintain and improve the image of Hastings Deering in the community through partnerships, Industry and Government engagement and understanding the cultural and geographic diversity of the areas.

About You

You will bring the following skills and experience to the role:

• Tertiary qualifications in Business, Commerce, Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Minimum five years’ experience in an industry-specific management role
• Demonstrable experience in establishing and maintaining mutually beneficial customer relationships
• Proven track record of achievement in operations including managing significant profit and loss businesses
• Experience in operations/sales/commercial areas
• Experience working functionally across teams to achieve an Enterprise outcome

About the Benefits

Hastings Deering offers a wide range of benefits including:

• Attractive expatriate remuneration package including area allowance.
• Accommodation.
• Return air fares to nominated point of hire.
• Company funded vehicle.
• A Club Membership of your choice.
• A company funded medical scheme.
• A company funded income protection scheme.
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their families.
• A culture of inspiration, innovation, collaboration, and execution.
• Ongoing training & support to further your career

How to Apply
For any enquiry, about this role, please contact Celeste Middleton | Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected]