8 Business Administration jobs in Australia

Title:
Business Operations Manager
Who We Are
KBR Government Solutions delivers full life cycle professional and technical solutions that improve operational readiness and drive innovation. Our solutions help ensure mission success on land, air, sea, space, and cyberspace for the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, NASA, and other federal agencies. KBR's areas of expertise include engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT, and cybersecurity.
This role is with KBR's Government Solutions U.S. division. This project will provide the Customer's Headquarters facilities and outlying buildings with services necessary to ensure optimal performance and utilization of the facility infrastructure, including, but not limited to, Operation & Maintenance (O&M), recapitalization, renovations, design, construction, records management, repairs to correct identified deficiencies or adverse impacts to operational capabilities, and improvements leveraging innovative and technological solutions.
Who You Are
KBR seeks a seasoned Business Operations Manager who, with broad autonomy, will lead the administrative and operational facets of one or more government services projects within the framework set by the Program Manager, customer needs, and contractual obligations. This role demands a professional who has honed their skills over at least a decade, with a minimum of five years in a management capacity, adept at navigating the complexities of project oversight and skilled at driving interdepartmental coordination to surpass review and approval benchmarks.
What You'll Do
As a Business Operations Manager, you will:
+ Ensuring the seamless 24x7 functioning of mission-critical environments, recognizing the paramount need for continuous infrastructure availability
+ Institute organizational structure, define departmental responsibilities, and form positive working relationships between internal functional areas improving communication and overall project management for the program.
+ Coordinate and streamline operational process, procedure and reporting across multiple sites
+ Support the Program Manager in reviewing business systems administration, resources, procedures and methods to improve operational effectiveness, utility and efficiency
+ Sustaining and enhancing client relationships through consistent communication, providing updates on KBR's initiatives, suggesting enhancements, responding to evolving requirements, fostering collaborative dynamics, and soliciting client feedback to gauge KBR's performance
+ Provide and lead an appropriately skilled workforce to carry out the functions of the SOW
+ Responsible for: Ensuring community of support during Contractor personnel change; Interfacing Contractor Officer (CO), COTR, and GPOC; Delivery of all site specific contract requirements
+ Coordinate, supervise, and plan the total work effort associated with renovations and capital improvement work
+ Establish procedures, develop, and implement programs for Mission critical and increase efficiencies
+ Act as the central point of contact for COTR or GPOC for facilities related work
+ Responsible for notifying GPOC on facilities significant events; Ability to compile summaries of events, critical actions accomplished, plans for completion or remediation and brief to site management in various forums
+ Responsible for the management of Work Orders to include resource management and interfacing with customer representatives
+ Adhering strictly to contractual terms to prevent revenue loss and maximize financial outcomes
+ Systematically managing risks by conducting regular evaluations and pinpointing substantial business risks for KBR, as delegated by the Program Manager or Deputy Program Manager
+ Anticipating future client needs and on contract growth opportunities by conducting thorough onsite assessments of client operations and proposing comprehensive project strategies
+ Utilizing analytical tools and methodologies to assess client organizations, secure engagements with considerable profitability potential, and guide the transformation of the client's current operations to their future state
+ Advocating for a culture that prioritizes Quality and Safety throughout all program aspects.
+ Instituting processes and protocols to accurately and promptly track and report data across all sites, ensuring compliance with contractual reporting requirements
+ Embracing new challenges with a propensity for inventive problem-solving and the enhancement or creation of procedures for optimized outcomes
This role will be located in Alice Springs, Australia at a 4,400-acre facility with approximately 687,000 square feet of mission and support space. The Business Operations Manager will be expected to travel between our facilities in Alice Springs and the local area. This position is expected to be onsite 100%.
Requirements
+ A degree in Finance, Business, or Accounting from an accredited university
+ Demonstrated experience working on programs utilizing foreign currency
+ Demonstrated analytical skills and programmatic planning for budgeting and contract management oversight
+ Demonstrated ability to meet short timelines
+ Possess an active TS/SCI U.S. Security Clearance with Counterintelligence polygraph or Host Nation PV clearance
+ A wealth of experience, with a minimum of 10 or more years experience in roles of increasing responsibility and complexity, preferably within a program managing 250+ personnel
+ A track record of establishing and maintaining practices that ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness, supported by an analytical approach that leverages historical data to optimize equipment reliability and costs
+ Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, organizing, directing, decisive problem-solving, and the ability to engage effectively with both staff and clients at all levels
+ Knowledge of process improvement models (e.g. LEAN/Six Sigma, ISO 9000)
+ Proficient knowledge and experience in the use of project management concepts to manage items including, but not limited to: project schedule, scope, cost, risk, and deliverables and related metrics
+ Experience planning and implementing large-scale facility and logistics projects
+ Knowledge of U.S. government exercise or crisis management communities and experience planning, coordinating and executing support to special events
+ Familiarity with 24/7/365 operational environment
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBRAt KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Finance & Business Operations Manager
Job ID
230538
Posted
05-Aug-2025
Service line
Advisory Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Data & Analytics, Development
Location(s)
Sydney - New South Wales - Australia
**Elevate your skills with a global real estate firm**
**Work as part of a diverse and collaborative National team**
**Office culture like no other - genuine progression**
**Sydney | Land of the Gadigal people**
We have an exciting opportunity for an Finance & Business Operations Manager who possesses a diverse range of skills to suit our infrastructure and property consulting business.
We are a specialist in property development and infrastructure advisory firm. We specialise in the strategy, planning and delivery of major infrastructure projects and programs. In conjunction with our clients and partners, we deliver important projects across all key property and infrastructure sectors. Our current team has broad expertise, which we have utilised to achieve an exceptional industry reputation.
**Job Responsibilities:**
+ You will be required to manage invoicing, budgets, financial reports, financial forecasts, and revenue plans
+ You will be required to undertake contract reviews, manage conflict of interest, and assist the team with legal approval on contracts
+ Assist in managing the integration of a new resourcing tool for the Development & Infrastructure team
+ You will be required to assist, the National Senior Operations manager and National Director with other items as required
**So, what's in it for you?**
+ Work for a leading development and infrastructure advisory consultancy operating in all eastern seaboard states
+ Our company is diverse and so are the opportunities for professional and career development.
+ A range of educational, financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits and programs, corporate partnerships and discounts, CBRE Cares Foundation, competitive leave offerings and paid volunteer days. 
+ We are proud to be certified as a Family Inclusive Workplace in Australia. This is a great recognition to our different policies, programs and benefits which help us build a great family friendly workplace culture.
+ We offer a range of networking groups, committees and programs including , Women in Property, NextGen, Pacific & State DEI Committees, MamasThrive Program, ParentHub, Femme FM Program, Fee-Earning Women @ CBRE, First Nations Employee Group, Graduate Program, and more!
**About You:**
+ A background in bookkeeping or accounting, commerce, economics, business with Degree qualifications
+ Drive, energy, and a personable nature
+ A motivated self-starter with initiative,
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills
+ Excellent skills in all Microsoft software packages and high attention to detail
+ A minimum of 5 years' experience in a comparable role
+ An ability to work in the office with flexible hours that meet team requirements
+ Demonstrated ability to meet crucial deadlines and work under pressure.
+ Will consider part time for the right candidate.
**About us:**
CBRE is the world's leading & largest commercial real estate services & investment firm; a growing & visionary organisation, comprised of the best & brightest professionals. Creating the real estate solutions of tomorrow, so businesses & people thrive. We work in every dimension of commercial real estate.  
Our mission is to realise the potential in all the businesses & people we work with, so that together we can create the real estate solutions of the future. We are driven by the entrepreneurial spirit of our people & the diverse needs of our clients. We are invested in the development & unique needs of our diverse employees & strive to create an inclusive environment that allows our employee to bring their full selves to work. 
**Can we inspire you to join us?**
At CBRE, our unwavering commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion begins with you. We are strengthening our inclusive culture, so everyone feels safe, valued, and heard. Because when you belong, we all succeed.
We are striving to remove barriers and improve the employment prospects of people with disability or long-term health conditions. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process.
We welcome and encourage First Nations People to apply.
Be inspired to elevate your career to new heights.
Please note the successful applicant will be required to undertake pre-employment background screening by our external third-party provider.
We look forward to hearing from you! **#WeAreCBRE**
CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)

At Google, we have a vision of empowerment and equitable opportunity for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and commit to building reconciliation through Google's technology, platforms and people and we welcome Indigenous applicants. Please see our Reconciliation Action Plan for more information.
**Minimum qualifications:**
+ 2 years of experience in recruiting, human resources, business development, business operations or account management.
+ 1 year of recruiting experience at an agency or in-house recruiting team.
**Preferred qualifications:**
+ 2 years of full cycle recruiting experience in an agency or corporate setting.
+ 1 year of experience short-listing applicants and negotiating compensation packages.
+ Ability to grow customer relationship management, provide consultative skills, and work in a team environment.
+ Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail, along with excellent communication skills, and the ability to take initiative and build relationships.
Google's known for our innovative technologies, products and services -- and for the people behind them. As part of our recruiting team, you're charged with finding the most interesting candidates who bring an entrepreneurial spirit to all they do. You're responsible for guiding candidates through our hiring process and connecting them to the magic of working at Google. You are creative and driven, which allows you to develop lasting relationships with both candidates and hiring managers. You're also comfortable with numbers and drawing insights from analytics to make our hiring process smarter and more efficient.
Great just isn't good enough for our People Operations team (known elsewhere as "Human Resources"). We bring the world's most innovative people to Google and provide the programs that help them thrive. Whether recruiting the next Googler, refining our core programs, developing talent, or simply looking for ways to inject some more fun into the lives of our Googlers, we bring a data-driven approach that is reinventing the human resources field.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Develop talent by leveraging recruiting processes and tools, and gathering role requirements and recommendations.
+ Advocate for the applicant and create an experience, supporting applicant assessment, evaluating their skills and client needs, and driving the interview and offer process.
+ Influence hiring managers on their hiring strategy and provide status updates on open roles.
+ Manage recruiting initiatives to meet established goals. Improve the team member, new hire, hiring manager, and recruiter experience.
+ Partner with business, staffing, and hiring stakeholders to build solutions.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also and If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form:

Description
Amazon Business (AB) is re-inventing B2B eCommerce by offering business customers of all sizes the same advantages Amazon has already brought to consumers including broad selection, low pricing, unique delivery experiences, and great customer service. WW Amazon Business Ops (AB Ops) is building the operations and supply chain solutions that will enable AB's rapid growth by re-engineering many parts of our supply chain to offer bulk, consolidated, pallet deliveries and many other services that business customers require.
The AB Operations Analyst will partner with program managers across AU AB Ops on improving last mile performance for AB commercial shipments, analysing delivery experience metrics, investigating complex customer issues and escalations, and lending execution support for bulk or high value orders. You will collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders across the business such as AB Sales, AB Customer Support, AMZL, AMXL and 3P. This role will be tactical in nature, and you'll conduct your own research and analysis, always with an eye on the long-term vision of the business. Skills such as cross-team coordination, data analysis and communicating to senior management are essential. This role provides a great opportunity to strengthen the foundations of Amazon's B2B operations in AU and offers the opportunity to influence business decisions and shape the future.
Key job responsibilities
- Manage high-level customer escalations and feedback, including analysing Voice of Customer (VOC) data and attending weekly business reviews
- Conduct deep-dive data analysis on top-performing locations, 3rd party vendor performance, and business operating hours
- Analyse data and drive improvements that are quantified with metrics
- Support program managers with critical business initiatives and programs
- Communicate updates to program managers and senior management
- Oversee the customer onboarding process for a key service offering
- Govern KPI reporting for portfolio programs, providing visibility to milestones, and performance
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- 3+ years of working with computers and Microsoft Office products and applications experience
- 3+ years of data analysis and formula creation in Microsoft Excel experience
- Knowledge of SQL
- Knowledge of VBA and Excel Macro creation and modification
- Experience using data to drive root cause elimination and process improvement
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with end-to-end project management
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, finance or related technical or quantitative field
- Familiarity with supply chain management concepts - forecasting, planning, optimization, logistics - gained through work experience or graduate level education.
Acknowledgement of country:
In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
IDE statement:
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Description
This role is based out of Sydney AU.
Amazon Business (AB) is re-inventing B2B eCommerce by offering business customers of all sizes the same advantages Amazon has already brought to consumers including broad selection, low pricing, and great customer service. WW Amazon Business Operations is building the operations and supply chain solutions that will enable AB's rapid growth by re-engineering many parts of our supply chain to offer bulk, consolidated, pallet deliveries and many other services that business customers require. As an early team member in AB AU, you will be involved in helping re-imagine what a B2B supply chain should look like and playing a key role in the technology that will power our supply chain.
We are looking for Program Managers in AU with a strong delivery record and proven program management experience to own strategic, tactical, cross-functional and technology projects and programs. These roles require scoping and creating project plans, developing processes, coordinating and driving execution, and communicating to senior management on status, risks and process/product changes. Cross-team coordination, project management and executive presentation skills are essential. This role will provide a great opportunity to build the foundations of Amazon's B2B supply chain in AU, and will work extensively in launching features in the complex last mile delivery space.
Key job responsibilities
- Manage full lifecycle of complex cross-functional programs with considerable impact across multiple organizations
- Development of the overall program strategy, tactically driving teams in and outside of your organization to deliver
- Define the program (mission, vision, tenets), set objectives, analyze data and drive improvements that are quantified with metrics
- Work autonomously in an ambiguous environment, seeking to understand business problems, automation limitations, scaling factors, boundary conditions and reasons behind leadership decisions
- Partner with teams across the business you support and beyond to source, allocate, and coordinate resources
- Oversee gaps between teams, processes and systems, helping teams reduce exposure to classic failure modes (e.g., requirements not sufficiently understood or documented, ineffective cross-team collaboration, long-term impact(s) from third-party solutions, security not considered, insufficient stakeholder review, etc.)
- Solve ambiguous problems and proactively identify and mitigate risks (before they become roadblocks)
- Work with program managers and business leaders to communicate and impact critical business initiatives
- Develop, implement, and govern KPI reporting for portfolio programs, providing visibility to milestones, and performance.
- Engage other Amazon business units globally to share best practices and improve processes for Amazon Business operations
- Create, communicate, and manage budget for projects
A day in the life
You'll partner with operations leaders to develop strategic initiatives, analyze data-driven insights, and guide program implementation. You'll facilitate cross-team collaboration, mentor program managers, and present recommendations to stakeholders. Your work will directly impact how businesses receive their products and shape the future of delivery operations.
About the team
We are a collaborative team focused on reimagining supply chain operations for business customers. Our mission is to create seamless delivery experiences through innovative solutions. We value diverse perspectives and foster an environment of continuous learning and growth.
Learn More about Amazon Australia ( Qualifications
- 3+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience
- 3+ years of program or project management experience
- 3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL
- Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements
Preferred Qualifications
- 3+ years of driving end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership experience
- 5+ years of communicating with and presenting to executive and senior audiences experience
- Master's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, finance or related technical or quantitative field
Acknowledgement of country:
In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
IDE statement:
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Description
This role is based out of Sydney AU.
Amazon Business (AB) is re-inventing B2B eCommerce by offering business customers of all sizes the same advantages Amazon has already brought to consumers including broad selection, low pricing, and great customer service. WW Amazon Business Operations is building the operations and supply chain solutions that will enable AB's rapid growth by re-engineering many parts of our supply chain to offer bulk, consolidated, pallet deliveries and many other services that business customers require. As an early team member in AB AU, you will be involved in helping re-imagine what a B2B supply chain should look like and playing a key role in the technology that will power our supply chain.
We are looking for Supply Chain Project Specialist in AU with a strong delivery record and proven project management experience to own strategic, tactical, cross-functional and technology projects and programs. These roles require scoping and creating project plans, developing processes, coordinating and driving execution, and communicating to senior management on status, risks and process/product changes. Cross-team coordination, project management and executive presentation skills are essential. This role will provide a great opportunity to build the foundations of Amazon's B2B supply chain in AU, and will work extensively in launching features in the complex last mile delivery space.
Key job responsibilities
- Manage full lifecycle of complex cross-functional projects with considerable impact across multiple organizations
- Development of overall project and program strategies, tactically driving teams in and outside of your organization to deliver
- Define the project (mission, vision, tenets), set objectives, analyze data and drive improvements that are quantified with metrics
- Work autonomously in an ambiguous environment, seeking to understand business problems, automation limitations, scaling factors, boundary conditions and reasons behind leadership decisions
- Partner with teams across the business you support and beyond to source, allocate, and coordinate resources
- Oversee gaps between teams, processes and systems, helping teams reduce exposure to classic failure modes (e.g., requirements not sufficiently understood or documented, ineffective cross-team collaboration, long-term impact(s) from third-party solutions, security not considered, insufficient stakeholder review, etc.)
- Solve ambiguous problems and proactively identify and mitigate risks (before they become roadblocks)
- Work with program managers and business leaders to communicate and impact critical business initiatives
- Develop, implement, and govern KPI reporting for portfolio programs, providing visibility to milestones, and performance.
- Engage other Amazon business units globally to share best practices and improve processes for Amazon Business operations
- Create, communicate, and manage budget for projects
A day in the life
You'll partner with operations leaders to develop strategic initiatives, analyze data-driven insights, and guide program implementation. You'll facilitate cross-team collaboration, mentor program managers, and present recommendations to stakeholders. Your work will directly impact how businesses receive their products and shape the future of delivery operations.
About the team
We are a collaborative team focused on reimagining supply chain operations for business customers. Our mission is to create seamless delivery experiences through innovative solutions. We value diverse perspectives and foster an environment of continuous learning and growth.
Learn More about Amazon Australia ( Qualifications
- 3+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience
- 3+ years of program or project management experience
- 3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL
- Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements
Preferred Qualifications
- 3+ years of driving end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership experience
- 5+ years of communicating with and presenting to executive and senior audiences experience
- Master's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, finance or related technical or quantitative field
Acknowledgement of country:
In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
IDE statement:
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Description
Amazon is seeking a skilled, motivated and customer obsessed Learning Business Partner with a history of high performance and creativity to support our Global Operations Learning & Development initiatives within the APAC region.
This role will support our Go to Market team, responsible for driving learning solutions that enable operational excellence across the organisation. You will serve as a strategic partner; bridging the gap between operations leaders, HR and product teams to identify, develop, and implement effective learning solutions while ensuring continuous improvement and measurable business impact.
The Learning Business Partner will be a passionate customer and learner advocate, to communicate clearly and concisely in a way which motivates others to action, to have proven capabilities in managing projects as well as to demonstrate attention to detail and the ability to effectively manage, often competing, priorities.
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a passion for customer experience, a high level of flexibility, commitment, and the ability to continuously improve the process of managing strategy, management and talent development activities across APAC operations.
Key job responsibilities
- Work with the central product function to conduct comprehensive learning needs analyses to identify skill gaps and development opportunities
- Translate business challenges into learning requirements and opportunities
- Partner with operations leaders to understand strategic priorities and align learning solutions accordingly
- Collaborate with product teams to communicate learning requirements and ensure solutions meet business needs
- Drive rapid deployment and acceleration of learning initiatives to meet business demands
- Lead end-to-end implementation of learning solutions across designated markets
- Create and maintain execution roadmaps to ensure timely delivery of learning programs
- Performance measurement & continuous improvement of Learning Programs
- Develop and execute change management strategies to drive program adoption
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Learning & Development, Human Resources, Business or related field
- 5+ years experience in a HR Business Partner, Learning and Development, people related functions or similar role
- Proven track record of successful stakeholder management
- Demonstration of strong project management executing multiple programs with conflicting deadlines in to varying markets
- Excellence in needs analysis and solution design
- Experience in implementing large-scale learning programs
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Ability to travel up to 30% of the time.
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to use a technology first approach
- Demonstrated ability to influence others and execute in a customer-centric manner
- Experience planning and coordinating training, large meetings or events
- Work experience with career progression in the field of training and development
- Learning facilitation experience
Acknowledgement of country:
In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
IDE statement:
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.