General Manager

You will be at the forefront of operational excellence, leading a committed team and fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where professional growth and technical proficiency are championed.

A unique opportunity has arisen for an accomplished General Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of rail safety across Western Australia. This position is based in Perth and offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact on public safety, working within a respected national regulatory authority dedicated to safeguarding Australia’s extensive rail networks. You will be at the forefront of operational excellence, leading a committed team and fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where professional growth and technical proficiency are championed.

• Play a central role in enhancing rail safety outcomes by leading regulatory and administrative activities for the Perth office, ensuring alignment with national standards and policies.
• Join a values-led organisation that invests in your professional development through structured training programmes and encourages knowledge sharing among peers.
• Benefit from flexible working opportunities and a collaborative culture that supports your growth while delivering tangible benefits to the Australian community.

What you'll do:

As General Manager you will be entrusted with overseeing all regulatory and administrative functions for the Perth office. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve guiding your team through complex compliance activities while maintaining strong governance frameworks.

• Foster a supportive and empowering team culture within the Perth office by leading with empathy, ensuring that rail safety officers are technically proficient, safe, supported, and valued in their professional growth.
• Lead compliance and accreditation activities with cultural awareness, integrating local regulatory requirements into national programmes while promoting inclusion and mutual respect across teams.
• Initiate regulatory actions in response to identified safety issues or suspected breaches of national law, including launching investigations in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Provide collaborative coordination and supportive leadership to a team of rail safety officers, nurturing an environment where individuals feel safe, valued, and encouraged to develop their skills.
• Oversee the delivery of office activities and operations within allocated budgets, ensuring resources are managed efficiently to achieve strategic objectives.
• Liaise with rail transport operators and other stakeholders such as state and local government representatives to build cooperative relationships that support shared safety goals.
• Support other divisions by offering expertise that contributes to the development of organisational policies, programmes, and projects aimed at improving rail safety outcomes.
• Represent the organisation at external meetings and forums, acting as an ambassador for best practice in rail safety regulation.
• Actively participate in National Operations Committee meetings to share insights and contribute to nationwide initiatives.
• Develop compliance strategies or procedures collaboratively with other areas of the organisation to meet national objectives effectively.

What you bring:

To excel as General Manager, you will bring substantial experience from roles involving regulatory oversight or compliance management within complex environments, ideally related to transport or infrastructure sectors. Your interpersonal strengths will enable you to foster trust-based relationships across diverse stakeholder groups while communicating clearly at all levels.

• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships through effective negotiation skills combined with clear, respectful communication both verbally and in writing.
• Collaborative leadership style with experience guiding teams within devolved management environments while encouraging motivation and shared success towards common goals.
• Proven track record of achieving results by supporting people through transition periods and fostering positive adaptive work environments.
• Experience managing regulatory functions that balance industry needs with government priorities while actively contributing practical insights into policy development.
• Sound theoretical understanding of contemporary accreditation processes alongside practical experience implementing compliance systems within the transport sector.
• Broad awareness of current national and state government initiatives relevant to the rail industry coupled with proven ability to adapt strategies accordingly.
• Strategic thinking skills demonstrated by analysing complex problems, conceptualising solutions collaboratively, formulating actionable plans, and negotiating successful outcomes resourcefully.
• Experience contributing effectively to transport reform initiatives through active participation in multi-stakeholder forums or committees.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a trusted guardian of public safety across Australia’s vast rail networks. Its reputation is built upon unwavering adherence to core values such as independence, respect, integrity, diligence, and excellence, values reflected not only in its regulatory approach but also in its internal culture.

Employees benefit from comprehensive training programmes designed specifically for regulatory professionals; these initiatives foster continual learning while equipping staff with up-to-date knowledge about best practices in compliance management.

What's next:

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—take the next step towards shaping safer railways for Australia.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or call Ben Stagg on 61 8 9266 0961 for a confidential discussion.