Operations Manager - Site Constructed Silos

About the Role

This role is responsible for building and developing Ahrens’ site-erected silo construction capability across Australia.

Rather than managing an established function, this is a hands-on role focused on establishing, scaling, and improving how we deliver site construction projects, including flat bottom and hopper bottom silos.

The successful candidate will play a key role in: 

• Developing in-house capability
• Improving site delivery efficiency and quality
• Building contractor networks and delivery models

This is an opportunity to shape how Ahrens delivers site constructed silos into the future.

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in construction project management or site delivery
• Strong background in steel construction or similar environments
• Demonstrated ability to build and scale capability, not just manage existing operations
• Strong understanding of site safety, permits, compliance, and construction methodologies
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating site crews
• Hands-on, practical, and solutions-focused approach
• Comfortable operating in a growing and evolving environment

Highly regarded:

• Experience in grain storage, silos, or agricultural infrastructure
• Experience across multi-disciplinary or integrated projects
• Exposure to building teams, systems, or functions from the ground up

Benefits

• Opportunity to build and shape a capability from the ground up
• Career progression within a large, diversified Australian business
• Access to corporate discounts, wellbeing programs, and parental leave
• Supportive, values-driven team environment

About the Company

Ahrens is a fifth-generation, Australian family-owned company, with over 120 years’ experience in delivering a wide range of high-quality and cost-effective products and projects across Australia, with footprints overseas.

Our growth has culminated in the business we are today: a full Construction, Engineering, Mining & Industrial Services, Sheds & Silos and Water Storage company which provides complete turnkey project solutions, supported by our 26 divisions.

As we continue to evolve, so does our need to heavily invest in our people and facilities for continued success.

With close to 2,000 employees Australia-wide, we foster a positive and supportive team culture which embraces diversity and innovation, while aligning with our core values of commitment, integrity and safety. In return, we reward those who passionately work with us towards our vision.

How to Apply

To apply click the "Apply Now" to submit your updated resume and cover letter, further enquiries can be directed to Ellen Ahrens, Executive Director - People via email to recruitment@ahrens.com.au

Ahrens is an Equal Opportunity employer who recognise the value in a diverse workforce. We are dedicated to promote an inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all genders and people of Indigenous backgrounds.