Take your career to the next level with a strategic leadership role that shapes the financial future of one of Adelaide's most respected consultancies

An opportunity for an exceptional leader to drive change, champion regulation and ensure the highest standards of education and care in SA.

An opportunity to elevate your career, make a tangible impact and thrive in a culture of curiosity, professionalism and innovation.

A unique opportunity to join a world-leading organisation at a time of exciting growth and play a key role in shaping the future of Techno Plas.

With over 33 years of industry experience, Techno Plas is a leading manufacturer of high-quality plastic injection moulding products, serving a diverse range of industries including laboratory, medical and food packaging. Exporting globally and headquartered in Adelaide, they are committed to operational excellence and innovation in the context of ongoing ambitious international growth and an uncompromising commitment to quality.

Reporting directly to the CEO as a key member of the Executive team, the Head of Operations is a newly created role and will lead a multi-site team responsible for optimising manufacturing processes, improving operational efficiencies and ensuring the highest standards of product quality, workplace health and safety (WHS), production/automation initiatives, process recoveries/yield, manufacturing cost, capacity utilisation, plant and equipment, logistics and warehousing. Resulting from a corporate restructure, this pivotal role involves driving continuous improvement initiatives and ensuring that all operational areas—production, supply chain, logistics, and maintenance—align with Techno Plas's strategic goals.

As Head of Operations, you will be responsible for overseeing and maximising Techno Plas manufacturing activities, developing and implementing operational strategies and efficiencies and delivery guarantees. You will play a key role in optimising production schedules, reducing costs, enhancing safety protocols and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Collaborating with senior leadership you will ensure that operational performance meets financial and strategic objectives, while supporting the company’s long-term growth initiatives.

You will have proven expertise in plastic injection moulding processes and a qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing or Operations Management, ideally supplemented with an understanding of Lean/Six Sigma, relevant quality management systems and regulatory compliance. With extensive operations management experience, including at least 5 years  in a high-volume plastic injection moulding manufacturing environment, you will be a strong leader with the ability to motivate and manage cross-functional teams.  Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels will be key in driving strategic and operational success.

This is a unique opportunity to join a world-leading organisation at a time of exciting growth and play a key role in shaping the future of Techno Plas. As Head of Operations, you will have the chance to drive significant impact across manufacturing, quality assurance, and operational performance, while leading a talented team and contributing to the company’s long-term success.

Applications should be forwarded to the attention of Emily Palmer in Word format. Confidential inquiries are welcome to Emily on 0405 210 432. 

A career-defining opportunity to lead South Australia's efforts in animal biosecurity, enhance industry resilience, and safeguard our State's future.

This is a unique opportunity to make a transformative impact both within the organisation and across the communities it serves.

A significant opportunity to influence, drive optimism and maximise the skills system in South Australia.

A client facing advisory role, this is an opportunity to build your consulting career and corporate profile in the South Australian market.

Underwood Executive is an award-winning executive search firm and is the only South Australian owned consultancy to be accredited with the AESC (Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants). A ‘relationship first’ philosophy and dedication to building ongoing relationships with clients and candidates, we are Adelaide’s go to search firm to source C-suite and leadership roles across a broad range of industry sectors. 

Working in partnership with CEO’s, Directors and executive leadership teams, you will be responsible for scoping new projects, taking assignment briefs, providing strategic talent solutions and recruiting executive level talent. You will be responsible for sourcing executive leadership positions and niche roles, providing you exposure to a range of disciplines and industries, including energy, mining, infrastructure, consumer, defence, space, wine and government; enabling you to develop strong corporate knowledge and relationships. Your project delivery skills will involve interviewing, assessing and providing recommendations on talent suitability and fit for executive positions.

A natural influencer, you will have a strong intuition with the ability to read people and the confidence to make decisions and provide assessments and recommendations. A strong corporate networker with exposure to a range of industries and experiences, we are seeking an experienced professional in management consulting, HR or talent acquisition, who has the knowledge to source and recruit across a range of generalist executive roles. Your ability to develop client relationships, grow networks and assist in identifying and converting opportunities is essential, as is your understanding and passion for a career in consulting. An outcome focused high achiever; you will need to demonstrate your entrepreneurial spirit, an appetite for success and the ability to make sound decisions.

Join our professional consulting team, where you will be given the autonomy, processes and systems to run your own projects. A niche owner-led business means you will have high exposure, significant responsibility and the autonomy to build your career. You will be rewarded with flexibility, competitive remuneration and incentives and exposure to Adelaide’s leading businesses.

Applications should be forwarded to the attention of Nicole Underwood in Word format. Confidential enquiries are welcome on 0409 149 419.

Take your recruitment career to the next level with a true Executive Search firm. Mentoring, growth and access to high profile candidates and clients.

Underwood Executive is an exclusive executive search and talent management consultancy specialising in sourcing C-suite, leadership and niche positions. As Adelaide’s leading search firm, we have a rigorous methodology that works across a range industries, sectors, and positions. Internally, our culture is based on high performance, where we value individuals who have a strong achievement drive, are naturally curious and optimistic, and thrive on continual feedback and improvement.

We have a unique opportunity for an experienced  Research Consultant with existing market and industry knowledge, and the desire to work at an executive level. As a Research Consultant you will play a fundamental role in establishing a strong foundation and planning recruitment strategies for executive search processes based on the required outcomes of clients.  Using your industry knowledge and learning search platforms, you will identify target companies and qualified candidates for our vacancies. This will involve company and candidate research, developing insights and verifying information to provide a list of ready and valuable candidates for the senior consulting team. Other responsibilities will include writing advertisements, phone screening, building talent pools and developing relationships with candidates.

You will be a naturally confident person, with a people centric approach, superior communication skills, a natural organiser and high level of attention to detail. Analytical by nature, you will have experience in commerce, with a strong interest in people, consulting, and talent acquisition.

We offer personalised onboarding with well-developed processes and frameworks to set you up for success. You will be mentored by a team of executive search professionals offering the opportunity to develop your executive candidate and client interaction skills, build a vast corporate network and develop your personal brand.  

Applications should be forwarded to the attention of Nicole Underwood in Word format. Confidential enquiries are welcome on 8214 8020.

This is your chance to make a real impact in a fast-paced industry while working alongside a team of passionate professionals.

Grow this established ICT solutions provider with a strong track record and credibility in South Australia. Team leadership, flexible and autonomous.