Regional Director of Operations

Join to apply for the Regional Director of Operations role at OneSchool Global Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. OneSchool Global is seeking a dynamic Regional Director of Operations to shape, elevate, and deliver operational excellence across our Australia region. This is a highly influence leadership role for someone who thrives on strategy, execution, and building systems that genuinely make a difference. This newly designed role leads the Operations & Facilities, Communications and IT teams. As a member of the Regional Senior Leadership Team, you’ll turn OneSchool’s mission into seamless, consistent, and future-ready operations ensuring our 31 campuses and offices are safe, efficient, and aligned with our Global standards. What You’ll Own & Lead Operations Leadership Develop, deliver, and continuously improve the region’s operational strategy. Standardise processes and platforms across facilities, WHS, communications, uniforms, events, privacy, and transport. Provide clear, data-driven reporting to regional and global leadership. Drive operational projects with multiple deliverables and changing requirements. Identify inefficiencies and develop scalable, consistent improvements across all operational areas. Facilitate regular regional operations meetings to strengthen governance and collaboration Facilities & Campus Security Lead the regional Facilities team to ensure well-maintained, compliant, high-functioning environments. Partner with State teams and Campuses to ensure safe, secure premises—covering fencing, CCTV, WHS expectations, and lease requirements. WHS & Risk Be an integral part of the Global WHS working group. Lead implementation and maintenance of Work Health & Safety and risk systems. Ensure compliance, robust reporting, and a culture of safety across all sites. Communications Guide regional communications to ensure clarity, consistency, and strategic alignment. Oversee school apps and platform integrations to improve user experience. Transport & Fleet Management Implement and uplift regional transport systems aligned with global standards. Oversee safety, routing, compliance, reporting, rostering, and full asset lifecycle for all vehicles. Information Technology Lead our IT Team providing hands on support to our Campuses and Support Office enabling our staff to do their best work. Lead support functions including helpdesk, phones, and other non-IT support services. Provide oversight to OSG staff operating at the Regional Support Office. What’s in it for you? Join a progressive leadership team with high engagement Our facilities are state of the art, and we offer a hybrid working arrangement. Free catered lunch daily from our onsite restaurant in Olympic Park. Fast paced environment that is collaborative and supportive. Free tickets to sporting, music and entertainment events at Sydney Olympic Park. Why you’ll love working with us At OneSchool Global we empower our educators to thrive and be their best. When you join us, you’ll enjoy: Join a progressive leadership team with high engagement Our facilities are state of the art, and we offer a hybrid working arrangement. Free parking a short walk from our office. Free catered lunch daily from our onsite restaurant in Olympic Park. Fast paced environment that is collaborative and supportive. Free tickets to sporting, music and entertainment events at Sydney Olympic Park. About You Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary operational functions (e.g., facilities, WHS, IT, communications) across complex, multi-site environments. Ability to convert organisational strategy into clear operational plans, standardised processes, and measurable outcomes. Strong knowledge of WHS management, and frameworks, with experience implementing organisation-wide systems and reporting. Experience leading leaders and building high-performing teams across geographically dispersed settings. Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to influence, negotiate, and collaborate with senior leaders, educators, and global partners. Ability to use data, operational metrics, and platforms to drive decisions, identify efficiencies, and improve processes. Understanding of facilities management, IT support environments, transport/fleet management, and operational risk. Strong analytical thinking and decision-making skills in fast-paced and evolving contexts. About OSG OneSchool Global is one of the world’s largest, truly global schools, with over 8000 students, 120+ campuses and 2000 staff operating across 20 countries. Our innovative approach to education emphasises self-directed learning, where students take initiative and responsibility for their learning journey. In Australia, we have 31 campuses spanning across New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania and Western Australia. Learn more Are you ready to take the next step in your career and truly experience the joy of teaching? If so, click apply today to submit your application. Jack Purcell (He/Him) T: Hays Executive has been appointed as the exclusive search partner for this recruitment process. All applications, referrals and expressions of interest will be handled by Hays Executive. Seniority level Executive Employment type Full-time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Education Administration Programs #J-18808-Ljbffr