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Operations Specialist

An Operations Specialist manages daily operations, ensures systems run smoothly, solves problems, and supports team productivity with strong communication.

How do I become a operations specialist

Get qualified to work as a operations specialist with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Operations Specialist generally earns $1,540 per week ($80,080 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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This industry is likely to see stable employment numbers in coming years. There are currently 18,200 people working in this sector in Australia and many of them are employed as an Operations Specialist. Operations Specialists may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If you’re planning a career as an Operations Specialist, consider enrolling in a Bachelor of Information Technology. This course will prepare you for a range of corporate roles managing information technology systems. You’ll cover topics including coding, user-centric design, systems configuration and modelling.

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Operations Specialist careers

An Operations Specialist coordinates the daily operations of a business or organisation. You’ll ensure systems and procedures are operating effectively and attend to any problems that arise. Operations Specialists make sure staff are performing productively and may make recommendations for team improvements.

Operations Specialists should have excellent problem solving skills and strong analytical abilities. It’s important you can communicate well with team members and understand the goals of your organisation. Operations Specialists must be highly organised and be able to manage several tasks at one time.