Advertised: 23 October 2026
Sarens PNG Ltd
Construction, Building and Architecture | Papua New Guinea
Sarens PNG Ltd

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Practical – Accountable – Safety-Focused

As Operations Manager for Sarens in Papua New Guinea, you’ll lead the Operations Department and take ownership of equipment, projects and people. You’ll turn planning into safe, efficient execution while keeping a firm grip on costs and operational performance. Reporting to the Country Manager, you’ll work closely with the local management team and ensure our operations meet Sarens’ SHEQ standards. It’s a hands-on leadership role where your decisions have a direct impact on safety, service and profitability.
Join the force behind #NOTHING TOO HEAVY, NOTHING TOO HIGH
Your job in a nutshell:
  • Lead the planning and allocation of equipment and people across projects.
  • Monitor SHEQ compliance and drive safe working practices across all sites.
  • Set clear KPIs for direct reports and create accountability for results.
  • Prepare and manage the department’s annual operational budget.
  • Track project status, site execution and overtime against operational targets.
  • Control costs and working capital to protect profitability.
  • Deliver accurate operational performance reporting to Group management.
  • Recruit, coach and develop direct reports and people in key operational positions.
  • Report to the Country Manager and work closely with the local management team.

ABOUT YOU

You know how to turn complex operational demands into safe, practical and profitable results. You bring hands-on experience from the heavy lift or crane rental industry, understand the importance of SHEQ compliance, and can balance equipment, people, budgets and project demands. Just as importantly, you lead with clarity: setting expectations, developing people and taking ownership when challenges arise.
What you’ll bring:
  • Experience managing operations in the heavy lift or crane rental industry.
  • Strong understanding of SHEQ standards and compliance requirements.
  • Proven ability to manage budgets, costs and P&L responsibility.
  • Experience leading and developing teams, including supervisors and planners.
  • Good reporting skills using ERP or similar systems.
  • Experience working within a multinational organisation.
  • Familiarity with Sarens project management methodology.
  • A background in procurement or supply chain coordination.

YOU GIVE SOME, YOU GET SOME

This role offers K70,000–K80,000 per annum, alongside practical benefits designed to help you work safely and keep developing your career.
You’ll receive:
  • Paid training, tickets and licence upgrades.
  • Company-supplied PPE and uniform.
  • Employee Assistance Program support for you and your family.
  • Reward and recognition through our framework, including Safety Champions.
  • Career pathways across a global business.
About Sarens
Sarens is a global leader in crane rental, heavy lifting and engineered transport. For over a century, we have built our reputation by solving lifting and transport challenges others walk away from. Our philosophy is simple: Nothing Too Heavy, Nothing Too High.
Our people contribute to demanding projects across mining, oil and gas, energy, infrastructure and construction. In Oceania, we operate across Australia, Papua New Guinea and New Caledonia, supported by a global organisation that shares engineering expertise, equipment and knowledge across borders.
Our five values guide how we work: Brilliant Solutions, Love for Tradition, Dedication to Safety, Global Spirit and Zeal for Excellence.
Ready to join Team Blue? Own Your Future and rise to every challenge.
Sarens is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from Papua New Guinean citizens and encourage women to apply, including for technical and trade roles.


To Apply

To apply, email your CV and other relevant documentation to [email protected]. Please include the Job ID "#29040" in the email's subject to ensure your application is processed.


More information

Job ID: #29040

Industry: Construction, Building and Architecture

Location: Papua New Guinea, Papua New Guinea

Salary: K70,000 - K80,000 (PGK)

Company: Sarens PNG Ltd

Company Description: Sarens is a global leader in crane rental, heavy lifting, and engineered transport. For over a century, we have built a reputation for solving the lifting and transport challenges others walk away from, and our philosophy is simple: nothing too heavy, nothing too high. Our people work on some of the world's most demanding projects in mining, oil and gas, energy, infrastructure, and construction. In Oceania, we operate across Australia, Papua New Guinea, and New Caledonia, with the backing of a global organisation that shares engineering expertise, equipment, and knowledge across borders. We are guided by five values: Brilliant Solutions, Love for Tradition, Dedication to Safety, Global Spirit, and Zeal for Excellence.

Company Website: https://sarens-png.com/

Source: www.pngworkforce.com

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