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Add expected salary to your profile for insights We're looking for a hands-on leader with a strong commitment to safety, operational excellence and people development to step into the role of Operations Leader at our South Australia site and drive our business forward.
About the Role This full-time position has overall responsibility for the daily operations of our site, with a strong focus on: Safety leadership and compliance (ISO9001, ISO 45001, ISO14001 & FM)Quality control and continuous improvement Planning production and cost control Manufacturing and production outputs Waste and inventory management Logistics You'll play a critical role ensuring that our site complies with all Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S), Environmental requirements and internal standard operating procedures (SOPs).
You'll also champion a culture of safety first and customer service excellence.
You will work closely with the other cross-functional teams across Australia and New Zealand to meet business goals.
Key Activities & Responsibilities: Health & Safety & Environment Lead a proactive safety culture and ensure compliance with all audits and standards Report, record and respond to all incidents and ensure fire safety and licensing compliance Promote environmental awareness and sustainable practices Production & Operations Oversee daily and long-term production schedules Manage labour, equipment and material resources to achieve targets Ensure SOP adherence, quality control and timely reporting Drive collaboration between departments to maximise efficiency Customer Service & Logistics Ensure lead times are met, resolve quality issues promptly Optimise truck utilisation and manage freight costs effectively Oversee sourcing and quality of raw materials Maintain accurate inventory levels and standard cost pricing Participate in cost-saving initiatives and supplier feedback Lead, develop and retain team members Manage HR matters and recruitment where necessary Regularly review skills matrix and drive continuous improvement plans Approve factory costs, supplier invoices and ensure compliance to company approval processes Quality Systems & Reporting Embed quality into daily operations Contribute to ISO audits and continuous improvement initiatives Produce and coordinate regular operational and safety reports What You'll Bring: Proven leadership skills with a practical, hands-on approach Strong planning, coordination and organisational skills Background in manufacturing or industrial operations highly desirable, candidates with leadership and process management experience from the automotive or parts manufacturing industry are especially encouraged to apply Computer literate with intermediate Excel & Word skills ERP system knowledge (Pronto preferred)Positive attitude, strong work ethic and commitment to continuous improvement Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Ability to implement and manage site processes consistently Naturally organised with solid administration capability Why Join Us?This is an exciting opportunity to step into a critical leadership role, make a real impact and help shape our operational success.
You'll work alongside a dedicated team who value safety, quality and collaboration.
If you have a passion for operational excellence, people leadership and delivering on customer expectations, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now with your resume and cover letter via SEEK.
Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Unlock job insights Salary match Number of applicants Skills match Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as an Operations Lead? Do you have experience with inventory management? Do you have experience working with logistics, freight & delivery services? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S/WHS? How many years of people management experience do you have? What's your expected annual base salary? How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
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