Area Manager

About The Role

Join a 2026 AFR BOSS Best Places to Work Gold Winner and 2026 Sustainability Champion recognised by the World Steel Association. Play a key role in shaping our performance across our ARC business. 

Reporting to the Regional Manager and based at our Gold Coast site, you will lead the commercial performance and growth of our Gold Coast and Ballina branches, driving sales, strengthening customer relationships and expanding ARC's presence across the region. This is a leadership role where your ability to grow market share, develop high-performing teams and deliver safe, efficient operations will be key to success. 

Working closely with customers, regional leadership and internal support teams, you will identify new business opportunities, execute growth initiatives and ensure both branches consistently deliver exceptional service, operational excellence and strong commercial outcomes.

What you will be doing:

• Lead and develop high-performing teams across the Gold Coast and Ballina branches, fostering a culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement
• Drive sales growth, customer retention and margin improvement through effective commercial leadership and market engagement
• Oversee branch operations to ensure safe, efficient and customer-focused service delivery
• Manage branch financial performance, including P&L accountability, budgeting and achievement of business targets
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, industry stakeholders and internal teams
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve operational performance, productivity and business outcomes
• Lead strategic initiatives, capital projects and change management activities that support sustainable growth

You will be rewarded with: 

• Permanent, full-time hours with job security
• Promotional opportunities, long-term career
• Free on-site parking

Primary Benefits:
We offer a range of benefits designed to support you at work and beyond:

• Paid parental leave that goes further - 20 weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks Partner Leave, plus superannuation contributions during unpaid leave (eligibility applies) 
• Health cover at discounted rates - Access corporate rates with nib Health Insurance to support you and your family 
• Everyday savings - Access a wide range of employee discounts across major brands including retail, travel and lifestyle 
• Flexible vehicle options - Novated leasing options available, providing a tax-effective way to finance and manage your vehicle 
• Support when you need it - Confidential counselling and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Sonder, available to you and your immediate family 
• Invest in your development - Access to learning platforms and development opportunities to support your career growth 

What you will bring:

• Proven leadership experience managing multi-site operations, sales teams or business units within construction, manufacturing, industrial or building products environments
• Strong commercial acumen with demonstrated experience managing P&L performance, budgets and delivering profitable business growth
• A track record of building high-performing teams, coaching leaders and driving a culture of accountability, engagement and continuous improvement
• Experience developing customer relationships, identifying growth opportunities and delivering strong sales and operational outcomes
• A genuine commitment to safety leadership, with the ability to influence safe work practices and foster a strong safety culture

Why join us?
We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry.

• Work with a greater purpose - join us on our pursuit of a sustainable future and contribute to our nation’s legacy.

• Work well, live better – experience a safe, supportive and inclusive environment which values you as a whole person and where wellbeing matters. 

• Build their own future – grow and drive your own development to grow your skills. Everyday is an opportunity to grow. 

About Us

The Australian Reinforcing Company (ARC) is Australia’s local reinforcing partner. With more than 100 years behind us and the country’s largest branch network, we deliver reinforcing where it’s needed, backed by people who know their communities and projects.

A brand of InfraBuild, ARC connects local service with a national, integrated steel supply chain built on recycled steel and Australian manufacturing.

How to apply 
We invite you to forge your career in a workplace where passion meets purpose, wellbeing is nurtured and the opportunity to thrive is in your hands.

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Your diversity helps us create more sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia’s future.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Janine Walford at Janine.Walford1@infrabuild.com.au

We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.