Operations Manager
Use your management skills to make sure a company, or a department within a large organisation, is running as efficiently as possible.
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- What's it like to be an Operations Manager?
- How to become an Operations Manager
- Latest Operations Manager jobs
- Top skills and experience for Operations Managers
- Is Operations Manager the right role for you?
- Operations Manager role reviews
What's it like to be an Operations Manager?
As an Operations Manager you will play a leading role in managing the production of goods and/or the provision of services.Did you find this video helpful?
Tasks and duties
- Developing operations strategies.
- Running the day-to-day operations such as the production or distribution of products.
- Planning and overseeing organisational change, such as the implementation of a new computer system.
- Managing quality assurance programmes.
- Setting and reviewing budgets and managing costs.
- Managing the recruitment and training of staff.
- Analysing and improving processes.
- Enforcing health and safety procedures.
How to become an Operations Manager
Becoming an Operations Manager typically involves a combination of education and extensive industry experience.
- 1.Complete a bachelor degree in business administration, business, commerce or a related field.
- 2.Consider advancing your skills with a relevant postgraduate degree, such as a Graduate Certificate in Operational Excellence or Master of Business Administration (MBA).
- 3.Gain extensive work experience. Consider starting in an entry-level role in business administration or human resources, before working your way up to roles that focus on managing people and processes.
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Find out how your salary compares with the average salary for Operations Managers.Latest Operations Manager jobs on SEEK
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Operations Manager employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Operations Management
Leadership
Team Leadership
Operational Efficiency
Workplace Health and Safety
Operational Excellence
Budgeting
Communication Skills
Commercial Acumen
Process Improvement
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Latest Operations Manager reviews
4.0Aug 2025
My experience as an Operations Manager has been defined by leading high-performing teams, optimizing complex logistics, and consistently delivering operational excellence under pressure.
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeMedium (20-199 employees)
SpecialisationManufacturing, Transport & Logistics
The good thingsWhat I like about my role is the dynamic nature of operations—it’s never the same day twice. I thrive on solving complex logistical challenges, coordinating teams, and ensuring that every moving part ...
The challengesWhat I like about my role is the dynamic nature of operations—it’s never the same day twice. I thrive on solving complex logistical challenges, coordinating teams, and ensuring that every moving part ...
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5.0Jun 2025
My experience as an Operations Manager has been fast-paced and rewarding, where I’ve been able to streamline processes, support cross-functional teams, and drive results through practical problem-solving and strategic coordination.
ExperienceLess than a year
Organisation sizeSmall (1-19 employees)
SpecialisationEducation & Training
The good thingsHonestly, working as an Operations Manager seems like being at the center of everything. You’re the person making sure all the moving parts of a business are working smoothly, from logistics to proce...
The challengesWhat I really like about the Operations Manager role is the mix of structure and problem-solving. I enjoy creating systems that actually work — not just on paper, but in real life. It’s satisfying to ...
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