

At Jensen Hughes our purpose is clear: we lead with our Purpose + Principles and value our people first. Across our worldwide network of experts, clients and communities, we are recognised for our leadership in fire protection engineering and risk management — a legacy we have proudly upheld since 1939.
Today, our expertise extends across safety, security and risk-based consulting, helping clients protect what matters most. From fire protection engineering and accessibility consulting to process safety, security risk consulting and digital innovation, our teams solve complex challenges that shape safer, more resilient communities.
As we continue to grow across Australia and New Zealand, we are seeking a Regional Vice President of Strategic Operations to strengthen operational performance, forecasting discipline and workforce optimisation across the Pacific Region.
This is a pivotal regional leadership opportunity for a commercially minded operator who thrives in complex professional services environments and enjoys building structure, visibility and accountability at scale.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Regional SVP and partnering closely with Service Line Vice Presidents, the Regional Vice President of Strategic Operations will play a critical role in driving operational excellence across the Pacific business.
You will lead the regional operating rhythm, improve forecasting accuracy, optimise workforce utilisation and establish consistent performance measures across Service Lines. Acting as a strategic operational partner to senior technical leaders, you will provide the insight, discipline and structure needed to support sustainable growth and improved financial performance.
This role is ideal for a senior operations leader who combines strong commercial acumen with a collaborative leadership style and the ability to influence across a matrix organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Regional Operations & Performance
Workforce Planning & Productivity Optimisation
Financial Performance & Forecasting
Leadership & Collaboration
About You
You are a highly analytical and commercially focused operational leader with experience working in professional services, engineering, consulting or similarly complex environments.
You bring:
Candidates must have full working rights in Australia or New Zealand, with the ability to travel regionally across Australia and New Zealand as required.
Why Grow Your Career at Jensen Hughes?
At Jensen Hughes, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We are committed to creating an environment where individuals can grow, contribute and succeed together.
We offer:
Join us as we continue building a safer, more secure and resilient world for generations to come.
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Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
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