Country Manager (Based in Lae, Papua New Guinea)
BOC
Australia
Management and Strategy
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Job posted on September 10, 2025
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Job Description:
About the Role:
BOC is currently offering a rare and exciting opportunity for a seasoned senior manager or executive to join our team as the Country Manager – Papua New Guinea, on a full-time basis.Based in Lae and reporting to the Business Manager, Pacific Islands, you’ll be responsible for driving business performance across safety, sales, and operations. It’s a hands-on leadership role where you’ll have full ownership of the country’s performance, with a strong focus on strategy, growth, and team development. What You’ll Be Doing
This is a broad and rewarding role with plenty of variety. Your role will include (but is not limited to):
Who We’re Looking ForWe’re after someone with solid experience in a senior leadership or executive role, ideally in engineering, operations, or supply chain. You’ll need to have a strong commercial mindset and be confident managing complex business operations – especially if you’ve had experience with full P&L responsibility. Previous experience working in PNG or a similar business environment would be advantageous.The successful candidate will also have excellent coaching and change management skills. The candidate must also possess strong strategic and motivational leadership qualities with effective analytical and decision-making skills.We are seeking applications from excellent communicators who can look at the big picture while being involved in and maintaining day to day activity at the front line. You will have experience liaising with individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds and the capability to inspire, build and manage an effective and growing team.You will be highly organised and results-focused, with the ability to critically analyse information to make sound business decisions.Most of all you will be ready to take the next step in your career. At BOC and our parent company Linde, we value growth and are looking for career minded applicants who want to advance within our dynamic organisation. This role has full P&L management responsibility and as such is suited to applicants who want to make this role their own and impact the positive outcomes of the organisation while continuing their development journey as a senior executive.
About The BenefitsYou will be rewarded with a generous salary package, fully maintained company vehicle, laptop and mobile phone plus a range of other benefits including:• Accommodation plus agreed utilities• Relocation assistance• Applicable personal insurances, including medical• Annual personal travel allowanceHave we inspired you? What are you waiting for? Are you ready to take the lead? We are looking forward to receiving your application online - Apply now for a unique opportunity to join the BOC Pacific Islands team at this exciting time!This position is open to both PNG Nationals and International candidates. Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance will be provided as necessary.
About Papua New Guinea
Located approximately 150km north of Australia, is the Island nation of Papua New Guinea (PNG). PNG, in the southwestern Pacific, encompasses the eastern half of New Guinea and its offshore islands. A country of immense cultural, economic and biological diversity, it’s known for its beaches and coral reefs. Inland are active volcanoes, granite Mt. Wilhelm, dense rainforest and hiking routes like the Kokoda Trail. There are also traditional tribal villages, many with their own languages.About BOC
BOC is a member of Linde Group and is the largest industrial gases company in the world. Our vision is to be the best performing global industrial gases and engineering company, where we deliver innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers worldwide. Our people are at the heart of our success, known as experts in our field their commitment and passion in the safety of the people and sustainability of our communities are our top priorities.
APPLY NOW
BOC is currently offering a rare and exciting opportunity for a seasoned senior manager or executive to join our team as the Country Manager – Papua New Guinea, on a full-time basis.Based in Lae and reporting to the Business Manager, Pacific Islands, you’ll be responsible for driving business performance across safety, sales, and operations. It’s a hands-on leadership role where you’ll have full ownership of the country’s performance, with a strong focus on strategy, growth, and team development. What You’ll Be Doing
This is a broad and rewarding role with plenty of variety. Your role will include (but is not limited to):
- Hitting financial and non-financial targets – think revenue growth, profit, market share, customer satisfaction, and overall operational efficiency.
- Providing strong, people-focused leadership through coaching, performance management, and team development, with a commitment to HSE excellence.
- Managing working capital, particularly with regard to stock levels and debtor management.
- Driving continuous improvement around cost, productivity, and safety.
- Supporting the development of new products, services, and market opportunities.
Who We’re Looking ForWe’re after someone with solid experience in a senior leadership or executive role, ideally in engineering, operations, or supply chain. You’ll need to have a strong commercial mindset and be confident managing complex business operations – especially if you’ve had experience with full P&L responsibility. Previous experience working in PNG or a similar business environment would be advantageous.The successful candidate will also have excellent coaching and change management skills. The candidate must also possess strong strategic and motivational leadership qualities with effective analytical and decision-making skills.We are seeking applications from excellent communicators who can look at the big picture while being involved in and maintaining day to day activity at the front line. You will have experience liaising with individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds and the capability to inspire, build and manage an effective and growing team.You will be highly organised and results-focused, with the ability to critically analyse information to make sound business decisions.Most of all you will be ready to take the next step in your career. At BOC and our parent company Linde, we value growth and are looking for career minded applicants who want to advance within our dynamic organisation. This role has full P&L management responsibility and as such is suited to applicants who want to make this role their own and impact the positive outcomes of the organisation while continuing their development journey as a senior executive.
About The BenefitsYou will be rewarded with a generous salary package, fully maintained company vehicle, laptop and mobile phone plus a range of other benefits including:• Accommodation plus agreed utilities• Relocation assistance• Applicable personal insurances, including medical• Annual personal travel allowanceHave we inspired you? What are you waiting for? Are you ready to take the lead? We are looking forward to receiving your application online - Apply now for a unique opportunity to join the BOC Pacific Islands team at this exciting time!This position is open to both PNG Nationals and International candidates. Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance will be provided as necessary.
About Papua New Guinea
Located approximately 150km north of Australia, is the Island nation of Papua New Guinea (PNG). PNG, in the southwestern Pacific, encompasses the eastern half of New Guinea and its offshore islands. A country of immense cultural, economic and biological diversity, it’s known for its beaches and coral reefs. Inland are active volcanoes, granite Mt. Wilhelm, dense rainforest and hiking routes like the Kokoda Trail. There are also traditional tribal villages, many with their own languages.About BOC
BOC is a member of Linde Group and is the largest industrial gases company in the world. Our vision is to be the best performing global industrial gases and engineering company, where we deliver innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers worldwide. Our people are at the heart of our success, known as experts in our field their commitment and passion in the safety of the people and sustainability of our communities are our top priorities.