Job description

Exciting Opportunity for an Autonomous Leader in Sustainable Building Materials - Ipswich, QLD

Lead complex, high-risk pre-cast and pre-stress manufacturing lines in a senior role..
Join a globally recognized industry leader in sustainable building solutions with a 100-year history.
Highly competitive package: $140K - $160K + Super, with relocation support considered for the right candidate.

Role Overview
Your chance to join a global powerhouse creating sustainable value across the built environment. Our client is an industry leader in engineered pre-cast and pre-stressed concrete solutions, and they are seeking an autonomous, senior AM Shift Production Manager to lead their operations in Ipswich.
This is a high-visibility, hands-on leadership role operating in a complex, high-reach, and high-stress manufacturing environment. You will have full autonomy to deliver KPIs, manage a large team of specialized machine operators, and drive the production of large structural beams.
Key Responsibilities
Production & Operational Leadership:

Coordinate daily production plans and schedules for the AM shift (5:00 am - 2:00 pm), ensuring targets and KPIs are met autonomously.
Lead and allocate work across multiple teams, managing 20+ specialized machine operators in the manufacturing of large pre-stress beams and casting molds.
Supervise the appropriate use and maintenance of high-value assets, including molds and materials.
Ensure accurate recording of production output, downtime, rejects, and rework, communicating performance metrics effectively to the team.

Safety & Quality Assurance:

Maintain a safe system of work in a high-risk, high-reach environment, taking a proactive approach to safety and leading by example.
Ensure all products meet strict quality management standards and comply with critical quality rules and procedures.

Team Development & Stakeholder Management:

Provide strong leadership, coaching, and support to the production team, addressing performance deficiencies with appropriate tools and training.
Consult with HR and management on employee relations, grievances, and disciplinary matters.
Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, liaising with other supervisors for efficient resource allocation.

Skills & Qualifications

5 - 7 years of proven experience in materials manufacturing, with essential experience in pre-cast and pre-stress concrete (specifically large beams) .
Proven ability to lead teams of 20+ operators in a complex, high-stress, and high-risk manufacturing environment.
Trade qualifications or a Certificate III/IV in Engineering with heavy "tools-on" manufacturing experience. (Candidates with a Bachelor/Master qualification must also possess practical, tools-qualified experience).
Strong knowledge of safety regulations, excellent organizational skills, and a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
Multiple machinery operation tickets are highly ideal.

Salary & Work Rights

$140K - $160K + Super (Relocation assistance considered for exceptional candidates).
AM Shift: 5:00 am - 2:00 pm.
Location: Ipswich, QLD (On-site role).
Full Australian working rights required.

Apply now or contact Ahmad Saquib on 0428751002 for a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

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