Field Operations Coordinator / Operations Manager

TSMG
Australia
Remote

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have experience managing distributed field teams in automotive or logistics environments.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with experience in managing distributed field teams and logistics or automotive projects
    — “Experience managing distributed field teams is highly preferred”
  • Individuals who can take ownership of complex operational processes and adapt to evolving priorities
    — “Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned responsibilities”
  • Professionals skilled in maintaining operational reports and managing multiple priorities with attention to detail
    — “Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities”

Things to consider

  • Long-term commitment is expected, as the role requires availability throughout the project duration
    — “Availability for long-term cooperation throughout the project”

How to stand out

  • Highlight past experience in resolving operational issues and managing distributed teams in your resume and interviews
    — “Identify operational issues and coordinate timely resolutions”
  • Demonstrate your ability to maintain accurate operational records and reports using Excel or Google Sheets
    — “Maintain accurate records, trackers, and documentation using Excel/Google Sheets”
  • Emphasize your adaptability and ability to handle changing priorities in a dynamic environment
    — “Adapt to changing project requirements, priorities, and operational circumstances”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • Coordinate daily operations
  • Support field team members
  • Monitor project progress
Typical background
Experience in operations, project coordination, or project management

Skills & requirements

Required

Operations CoordinationProject ManagementTeam ManagementOperational ReportingExcel/google Sheets

Preferred

Field OperationsAutomotive ProjectsFleet OperationsLogisticsData Collection

Stack & domain

OperationsProject CoordinationProject ManagementField OperationsFleet OperationsLogisticsData CollectionVehicle TestingField Service OperationsWorkforce ManagementPeople ManagementOrganizational SkillsProblem SolvingAttention To DetailCommunication SkillsAutomotiveData Analysis

About the role

Original posting from TSMG via Lever

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced Field Operations Coordinator / Operations Manager to support the day-to-day execution of a large-scale field project.

The ideal candidate has a background in operations, project coordination, or project management, with strong organizational and people-management skills. Experience managing distributed field teams is highly preferred.

You will be responsible for coordinating daily operations, supporting field team members, monitoring schedules and reporting, resolving operational issues, and escalating critical matters when needed.

Candidates with experience in field operations, automotive projects, fleet operations, logistics, data collection, or similar operational environments are strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate and oversee day-to-day field operations throughout the project.
  • Manage communication and coordination with distributed field teams.
  • Organize team schedules, assignments, and operational activities.
  • Monitor project progress, attendance, task completion, and operational KPIs.
  • Collect, review, and maintain operational reports and project data.
  • Identify operational issues and coordinate timely resolutions.
  • Handle escalations and communicate critical issues to project management.
  • Support field team members with operational questions and day-to-day challenges.
  • Ensure that project processes and operational requirements are followed consistently.
  • Coordinate with internal teams and other stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
  • Maintain accurate records, trackers, and documentation using Excel/Google Sheets.
  • Identify potential operational risks and proactively suggest solutions.
  • Adapt to changing project requirements, priorities, and operational circumstances.

Candidate Requirements:

  • Previous experience in operations, project coordination, or project management.
  • Experience managing distributed field teams is highly preferred.
  • Strong people management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to coordinate daily operations, schedules, reporting, and escalations.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced and changing operational environment.
  • Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
  • Good knowledge of Excel and/or Google Sheets and operational reporting.
  • Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
  • Availability for long-term cooperation throughout the project.

Preferred Background:

  • Field operations
  • Automotive projects
  • Fleet operations
  • Logistics and transportation
  • Data collection projects
  • Vehicle testing
  • Field service operations
  • Workforce or field team management
  • Large-scale distributed operations
  • Other similar operational environments

What We Offer:

  • Long-term cooperation for the duration of the project.
  • Opportunity to work on an international, large-scale operational project.
  • Dynamic and fast-paced working environment.
  • Collaboration with international project and field teams.
  • Opportunity to take ownership of operational processes and contribute to project success.

Source: TSMG careers (Lever)

Similar roles