General Manager
DRD Group ·www.drdgroup.com.au
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This role is an opportunity for a decisive leader with proven experience in steel fabrication or heavy manufacturing, strong operational instincts, and the ability to motivate teams and deliver results that stick.
Take the helm of a well-established steel fabrication and manufacturing business poised for its next phase of growth. We’re seeking a commercially sharp, hands-on General Manager to drive performance across operations, people, and profitability.
You’ll lead from the front with a mandate to optimise production, strengthening client relationships, and embedding a culture of safety, quality, and accountability. With full P&L ownership, you’ll align strategy with execution, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to spec in a fast-paced industrial environment.
Responsibilities include;
Full P&L responsibility
Quotations and overseeing quote development and presentation
Business development and business expansion
Keep safety and compliance tight... non-negotiable
Lift performance across people, systems, and delivery
Own the numbers — revenue, margin, cost control
Client site attendance as needed
Experience Requirements
DRD Group embraces a diverse workforce culture and encourages female and Indigenous applicants to apply. All work assignments are subject to successful completion of a medical, drug and alcohol screen plus verification of all original certifications and qualifications.
Take the helm of a well-established steel fabrication and manufacturing business poised for its next phase of growth. We’re seeking a commercially sharp, hands-on General Manager to drive performance across operations, people, and profitability.
You’ll lead from the front with a mandate to optimise production, strengthening client relationships, and embedding a culture of safety, quality, and accountability. With full P&L ownership, you’ll align strategy with execution, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to spec in a fast-paced industrial environment.
Responsibilities include;
Full P&L responsibility
Quotations and overseeing quote development and presentation
Business development and business expansion
Keep safety and compliance tight... non-negotiable
Lift performance across people, systems, and delivery
Own the numbers — revenue, margin, cost control
Client site attendance as needed
Experience Requirements
- 10+ years leadership in heavy industrial fabrication, structural steel manufacturing or related sectors.
- Proven P&L ownership of $25M business and a track record of margin and EBITDA growth.
- Leadership of a multi-disciplinary team across trades, sales and operations.
- Strong financial and digital literacy
- A bias for execution, and a passion for growth
- Someone who has experience with manufacturing, site install and wet / dry hire of crane and access equipment
- Experience with management of ISO accreditations
- Multi-site management experience
- Vehicle or car allowance ($20K-$30K package value)
- Potential LTIP / equity
- Retention bonus (for turnaround or growth phase roles)
- Relocation support (if interstate)
DRD Group embraces a diverse workforce culture and encourages female and Indigenous applicants to apply. All work assignments are subject to successful completion of a medical, drug and alcohol screen plus verification of all original certifications and qualifications.
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Who is hiring for the General Manager role?
DRD Group is hiring for the General Manager position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the General Manager job located?
The General Manager role with DRD Group is based in Adelaide, SA, AU.
What does the General Manager role pay?
DRD Group lists the General Manager role at AUD 250,000–270,000 per year.
Is the General Manager role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at DRD Group.
What experience level is the General Manager role?
The General Manager position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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