Current Opportunities

Currently advertised disclosable Executive
& Non-Executive Director roles

Currently advertised disclosable Executive & Non-Executive Director roles

Head of Construction Equipment

Together with 3,500+ employees across the globe, we’re shaping the future of our industry. Join us and be part of something bigger. Join Putzmeister Oceania (PMO) as Head of Construction Equipment, to drive growth, strategy and shape a sustainable future:

Play a leading role in SANY/PMO’s growth strategy
Help shape PMO’s future, working alongside exceptional commercial leadership
Melbourne based role reporting to the PMO CEO

About our company

Putzmeister, founded by Karl Schlecht in 1958, is a global leader in manufacturing construction machinery. In 2012, Putzmeister was acquired by SANY Heavy Industries, one of the largest construction equipment manufacturing companies in the world with over 55,000 employees. This has allowed Putzmeister to benefit from SANY’s robust dual brand strategy, leveraging the strengths of SANY’s Concrete and Road Business units alongside SANY’s Excavator and Wheel Loader Business units, opening future possibilities for innovation and market expansion.

In addition to PMO specialising in their own industry and product portfolio as a worldwide leading manufacturer / solution provider for pumping, mixing and placing concrete, mortar and industrial solids, PMO (also known as SANY Oceania) is the sole distributor for the SANY Excavators, Wheel Loaders, Skid Steers, Road Machinery and Asphalt Equipment.

Putzmeister, partnering with the Sany Global, with a clear strategy for additional growth into the Oceania Region, is also positioned to introduce further Sany related products into the Oceania market to meet and fulfill industry demand and will also be integral for the group in fulfilling this Senior Leadership role.

With a major focus on the Excavator, Wheel Loader and Skid Steer Machinery products, an exciting Senior Leadership opportunity is available to lead the Construction Equipment product lines and play a pivotal role in driving growth and market presence across the construction, mining, agricultural, rental and forestry industries.

About the role

The Head of Construction Equipment at SANY/PMO is responsible for driving strategic growth and brand representation in the Oceania region for SANY construction equipment. This key executive role serves as a business partner for the PMO CEO and focuses on three critical elements:

Delivering the Best Customer Service

Implement and oversee customer-centric service strategies (including annual dealer business plans).
Ensure high standards of customer satisfaction across all touchpoints.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, spare parts & operations, and service as needed, to deliver a seamless customer experience.
Foster leadership and strengthen the organisational culture.
Increase transparency, define interfaces, and improve structures and processes.
Enhance collaboration with global functions.

Optimising Channels to Market

Develop and execute regional sales and after sales strategies to meet or exceed revenue targets.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities while maintaining relationships with existing customers.
Lead, mentor, and motivate regional sales and marketing team to achieve their targets.
Act as the primary representative for the SANY construction equipment brand in Oceania.
Be the commercial lead, and implementor of the growth plan in the region.
Oversee regional budgets and financial (sales) performance.
Promote organisational development and regional potential.

Ensuring the Best Value Product Offerings

Along with the relevant Product Manager(s), serve as the regional expert for construction equipment products (including spare parts), providing guidance to the sales team and customers.
Conduct in-depth market research to identify trends.

What you will bring to the role

The ideal candidate will bring significant executive leadership experience from industries such as construction, mining, tunnelling, precast concrete, power and energy, waste management or heavy industrial machinery. A deep understanding of one or more of these sectors and a strong network of industry contacts will be crucial. The successful candidate will leverage their relationships and insights to drive organisation growth and market expansion, ensuring SANY/ PMO continues to innovate and lead in its field.

The ideal candidate will have:

A graduate degree in economics, business or industrial engineering.
Exceptional presence, personal motivation and drive.
Experience in an international group of companies with extensive commercial responsibility.
Strong leadership skills in an intercultural environment and ability to lead remotely.
Knowledge of IT processes and SAP is highly regarded.
Experience working in matrix structures with international responsibility.
Proficiency in change management, and ability to cope with ambiguity.
Strong values of trust and integrity.
Empathy and a focus on finding solutions as a business partner.
Strong communication and interaction skills.
Flexibility for regular domestic and international travel.

What’s in it for you

Competitive pay with additional super contribution
Supportive, fun and inclusive work environment
Job security and significant growth opportunities with a global market leader
Progressive, innovative company and products

Our aim is to be an employer of choice by providing a challenging and rewarding role where you can grow with the company and develop a long term and successful career.

This role will be based at PMO’s Head Office in Melbourne (Altona).

We’re looking for an experienced and driven individuals to join us, to help us maximise business efficiency as we continue to grow and expand our offering.

If you are a motivated and experienced professional ready to take on a challenging role with PMO, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter.

PMO is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Non-Executive Director

Not-for-profit leading the development of a game-changing new system of education for Indigenous students in remote communities in Northern Australia.

Join an outstanding Board, doing amazing things
Contribute your finance and commercial experience
CA and/or CPA qualification essential

The Organisation

Studio Schools of Australia (SSA) is a not-for-profit organisation leading the development of a game-changing new system of education for Indigenous students in remote communities in Northern Australia.

Since 2022, SSA has been the Approved Authority delivering the successful studio school model on country at the Yiramalay Studio School for Years 10–12, originally established in the Kimberley in 2010. In 2025, SSA opened its first newly established school, Manjali Studio School, serving students in Years 7–9, also on Bunuba country in the Kimberley.

A centrepiece of this new education system is the SSA Indigenous Education and Research Centre (IERC)—co-located with Manjali which also opened in 2025. The IERC serves all studio schools by supporting the development of Indigenous teachers and staff and advancing research in pedagogy and cross-cultural learning.

SSA’s long term strategy is to build additional studio schools in the Northern Territory and Western Australia.

They are now seeking a qualified and experienced finance professional (CA or CPA) to join the Board of Directors and serve on the Finance, Audit, and Risk Management (FARM) Committee.

The Role

This is a voluntary (pro-bono), Non-Executive Director position with six Board meetings and six FARM Committee meetings per annum held virtually. As a Director of the Board and member of the FARM Committee, you will:

Provide expert financial oversight, ensuring sound governance, risk management, and compliance.
Guide the development and monitoring of budgets, financial strategy, and performance.
Support the integrity of SSA’s financial reporting and audit processes.
Contribute to the organisation’s strategic direction and long-term sustainability.

The Person

The ideal candidate will be a passionate and principled individual who brings:

CA or CPA qualification and demonstrated senior experience in finance, accounting, or audit.
Prior governance or Board experience (or a clear understanding of the responsibilities of a Director).
Strong alignment with the mission and values of SSA, including a commitment to equity, reconciliation, and educational opportunity.
Experience with non-profit, Indigenous, or education sectors (highly regarded).

This is a unique opportunity to:

Use your expertise to contribute to a transformative, purpose-driven organisation.
Support better educational outcomes for Indigenous students in regional and remote Australia.
Join a professional and collaborative Board during a critical growth phase.

To express your interest in this outstanding Board role, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter to consultant@pacificsearch.com.au