At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the QLD Concrete business, ensuring safety and driving growth.
- Company: Join a leading company in the concrete industry with strong values.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, and a focus on safety.
- Other info: Opportunity for strategic influence and long-term career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic industry while leading a talented team.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in leadership within the concrete industry and a relevant degree.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the national Executive General Manager of our Concrete business, this role has overall responsibility for the safety, values‑based leadership, growth and profitability of the QLD Concrete business.
Key Responsibilities
- Safety and Leadership
- Lead the implementation of a culture of zero harm across the business.
- Demonstrate visible leadership through regular involvement in site safety activities, discussions, and high‑level incident reviews.
- Demonstrate effective leadership, role‑model the Holcim values, and delegate tasks appropriately.
- Develop succession plans and build bench strength across core functions and critical roles.
- Assist in developing and delivering on the industrial relations plans for Queensland.
- Commercial Strategy and Growth
- Achieve revenue and profit targets and grow/maintain profitable market share in line with budget objectives.
- Develop and implement rigorous and measurable commercial plans which create maximum value in market and customer segments.
- Identify and prioritise market and customer growth opportunities.
- Build competitive advantage within product and service portfolios and market and customer segments.
- Build and maintain long‑term customer and supplier relationships.
- Prepare, implement, and cascade mid‑term Business Plans focusing on sustainable profitable growth.
- Maintain a strong customer focus throughout the business.
- Financial and Operational Excellence
- Ensure Business Improvement Plans are developed and executed.
- Initiate benchmarking, cost‑reduction, and revenue‑increase activities.
- Ensure assets are maintained to be reliable and effective.
- Support challenging EBITDA, RONOA, and Free Operating Cash Flows with realistic budgets.
- Allocate capital and resources to achieve the best RONOA and overall Free Operating Cash Flow result.
- Prepare recommendations for acquisitions, divestments, and major CAPEX.
- Strategic Contribution
- Support the development of company and business unit policy and strategic decisions.
- Contribute to planning processes and specific projects.
- Ensure national leadership peers are aware of decisions taken within the Queensland concrete business which may impact on their businesses or functions.
Qualifications
- Proficiency in safety, including developing and executing safety strategies, allocating resources, managing risk, and handling incidents.
- At least ten years of leadership experience in the concrete/building materials industry.
- Degree and/or Masters qualification in a business‑related discipline.
- Strong understanding of the building materials/concrete industry within the Australian market.
- Track record of complete P&L responsibility.
General Manager QLD - Concrete in Peterborough employer: Holcim
Holcim is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises innovation and sustainability in the construction industry. As a Sales Associate, you will benefit from comprehensive training and development opportunities, fostering your professional growth while contributing to meaningful projects that make a positive impact on the environment. Located in the UK, Holcim provides a collaborative atmosphere where employees are encouraged to share ideas and drive change, making it a rewarding place to build your career.
