Looking for a role that actually means something?

Are you ready for more than just a job? Want to join a team that genuinely gives a care about people, outcomes, ethics, and growth?

This is your chance to step into a role where problem-solving, leadership, and operational excellence aren’t buzzwords, they’re how we operate every single day.

If you’re the type who sees what needs doing and does it, without the drama or ego, you’re exactly who we’re looking for.

We don’t do clock-watchers. We don’t do passengers.
We do teamwork, respect, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Your Role: Screw Pile Operations Manager

As our Screw Pile Operations Manager, you’ll sit at the centre of our operations, leading the entire Screw Pile Installation division. That includes installers, offsiders, operators, project engineers, schedulers, administrators, trucks, excavators, subcontractors, and everyone contributing to getting our piles in the ground safely and efficiently.

This role is all about coordination, leadership, safety, continuous improvement, and ensuring our installs are delivered on time, on budget, and at a quality level that sets industry standards.

You’ll Own Responsibilities Across:

1. Scheduling & Operational Coordination

• Manage all scheduled screw pile installations and communicate clearly with clients, engineers, contractors & internal teams.
• Maintain and update the Seratec scheduling system daily.
• Allocate machinery, vehicles, equipment, and hire items.
• Prepare and issue all pre-installation paperwork, job files, scopes, and PO values.
• Ensure completed job paperwork, materials, and stock are accurately entered into Seratec by month-end.
• Oversee stock levels, movements, and stocktakes across NSW, QLD & subcontractor sites.
• Coordinate procurement and align manufacturing with the Production Manager.
• Manage special fabrication requirements, commercial piers, and non-standard components.
• Review daily workload and allocate resources to maximise efficiency and minimise slippage.

2. Team Leadership & Workforce Management

• Lead installers, offsiders, operators, and scheduling/admin support.
• Conduct 6-monthly performance reviews and drive professional development.
• Implement training plans and competency tracking.
• Manage SPI vehicles, servicing, maintenance, and Smartsheet compliance.
• Resolve team concerns, performance issues, and workforce planning gaps.
• Build a culture of accountability, teamwork, safety, and high performance.

3. Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all certifications (CoCs, Form 15, Form 12, independent certificates, compliance letters) are issued correctly.
• Deliver monthly SPI audits and all ISO-required audits.
• Maintain SWMS, SOPs, WMS, and installation procedures.
• Oversee plant & equipment inspections and WHS compliance.
• Conduct site visits, quality checks, and investigate defects or incidents.
• Lead corrective actions and safety improvements.

4. Client Relations & Communication

• Build strong relationships with construction managers, site supervisors, engineers & key clients.
• Attend internal and external meetings representing the SPI division.
• Provide technical guidance on screw pile design, installation, variations & methodology.
• Manage variations, approvals, and ensure invoicing within 48 hours.
• Review and approve customer contracts with the GM.

5. Reporting, KPI Tracking & Performance

• Collate daily install data for morning KPI meetings.
• Track production, slippage, downtime, output, efficiency & operational performance.
• Report monthly insights and recommend improvements.
• Forecast manpower, fleet, and stock requirements.

6. Continuous Improvement & Strategic Support

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across SPI operations.
• Refine processes, improve customer experience, and reduce inefficiencies.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Lot Classification divisions.
• Support strategic planning, budgeting, and operational optimisation.

About You

• You’re someone who brings calm, structure, and leadership to fast-moving environments.

• You thrive on challenge, enjoy improving systems, and genuinely care about people.
• Have a strong action bias and a passion for operational excellence
• Care deeply about your team, your work quality, and your customers
• Can manage multiple moving parts without dropping the ball
• Bring clarity, structure, and consistency to complex workflows
• Communicate with honesty, empathy, and confidence
• Are humble, reliable, curious, and solutions-focused
• Aren’t afraid to make decisions, ask questions, or challenge ideas respectfully
• Thrive in a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and high standards

• Performance Bonuses: Be rewarded for helping us kick goals
• Profit Sharing: As the company grows, so do your reward
• Professional Growth: Annual training budget + room to evolve into broader ops or leadership roles
• Professional Development: Ongoing professional development, training, and accreditation support
• Supportive Environment: A collaborative, innovative, growth-focused and fun work environment
• Job Security: Be part of a growing business with a strong industry reputation
• Make an Impact: A chance to redefine the geotechnical and screw pile industry with a forward-thinking team

IdealCorp is a leader in geotechnical investigations and screw piling services across NSW, QLD, and SA. We support builders, engineers, civil contractors, and homeowners with fast, reliable, quality-driven services, powered by a team that genuinely enjoys what they do.

As we grow, we’re investing heavily in people, systems, and operational excellence. If you want long-term stability, real trust, and the freedom to build something meaningful, this is where you want to be.

Join Idealcorp and build a safer, stronger future with us.