Area Manager - Perth
Posted: 1 days ago
Job Description
Description⭐️ Ready to lead the next chapter of Contour’s growth?At Contour Education, we don’t just operate campuses, we are delivering exceptional student experiences and reshaping education. We’re looking for a dynamic Area Manager to lead day-to-day operations at our first interstate campus in Perth, Western Australia, as we take Contour national.Starting in 2026, Contour is expanding beyond Melbourne into, Western Australia, South Australia, and Queensland and you can be at the forefront of this exciting journey.As Area Manager, you’ll oversee campus operations, ensure operational excellence, coach and mentor team members, and drive continuous improvement to deliver an exceptional student and staff experience. You’ll own the quality of campus life, lead facilities and operational standards, and directly contribute to Contour’s national growth strategy.This is your opportunity to make a tangible impact, grow as a leader, and be part of a pioneering team reshaping education on a national scaleWho We AreAt Contour, we’re reshaping education, one student at a time.Born from the frustration of students who knew the system could be better, we set out to build what we once wished existed: tutoring that actually works. Not generic classes. Not recycled notes. Not overpriced, overcrowded rooms with an out-of-touch teacher who couldn’t relate. But a complete ecosystem of tutoring, resources, and support, meticulously designed to help every student reach their full potential.Since 2020, over 10,000+ students have trusted Contour to guide their academic journey, and we’ve grown to over 300+ team members. We’ve produced hundreds of 99+ ATARs, tutored the World-Record UCAT scorer, and placed more students into medical school than any school in Australia.Our growth is a testament to the simple philosophy: Put the student first, always. Everything we design, from our world-class tutor-training programs to our purpose-built campuses, exists to help students master content faster, perform with confidence, and even rekindle the joy of learning.Contour is a group of three brands united by one goal: to give every student the best chance to achieve their full potential:Contour Education: Reshaping how students master their high school subjects with small-group tutoring, structured resources, and 1-on-1 support across Maths, Science, and English.Contour Medprep: Reshaping medical preparation with a proven, step-by-step pathway through the UCAT, interviews, and admissions, led by a team of 100+ medical students. Contour TestPrep: Reshaping test preparation, starting with the selective entry exam, through rigorous tutoring, mock exams, and data-driven feedback to give students a decisive advantage. This is Contour. Built by students, for students.What You Will DoLead daily campus operations ensuring consistency, safety, and alignment with Contour’s brand and standardsOversee class readiness, schedules, attendance, inventory, and service operations across phone, email, and textCoach, mentor, and develop campus leadership and service teamsDrive continuous improvement initiatives and implement best practices across campusesOwn student experience metrics, including walk-in conversions, NPS, referrals, and mock exam CSATManage campus facilities, maintenance, compliance, and cost controlResolve escalated parent and student issues promptly and empatheticallyPartner with executive leadership to implement strategy and growth initiativesWhat You Will BringMinimum 3+ years of experience in operations or people management, ideally within service-oriented industries such as education, retail, or hospitalityStrong leadership and coaching skills, with the ability to develop and support high-performing teamsStrategic thinking and sound project management skills, with a focus on operational excellenceFlexibility and a proactive, solution-oriented mindsetAlignment with Contour Education’s mission to reshape educationCommitment to Contour’s core values of service, high standards, accountability, and professionalismWhy You Will Love It HereHigh impact: Be part of Contour’s national expansion and directly shape student and staff experiencesLeadership growth: Clear pathways to senior leadership opportunities across campusesCompetitive package: Includes salary, benefits, and perks designed to reward performance and contributionMission-driven work: Join a passionate team committed to putting students firstHow To ApplyApply with your CV and a short paragraph about why you’d make an exceptional Area Manager.Contour is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.
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