Technical Manager

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia AkzoNobel Full time

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792, we've been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people's lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We're active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It's what you'd expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that's dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let's paint the future together.

For more information please visit www.akzonobel.com

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About The Opportunity:

We are looking for a Technical Manager / Solutions Lab Manager to join our Powder Coatings team. The role will be reporting to the Regional Solutions Lab Manager South Asia and based in our Sunshine North, Melbourne office. You will oversee the technology utilisation, technical staff, and resources to support the sustained profit and growth of the Australian & New Zealand Powder Business.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Planning and Management: Develop and manage the activities of the Powder R&D Department in alignment with the Powder Business Plan to meet business objectives.
  • Product Development: Ensure the timely delivery of current and new product developments according to Sales and Marketing Plans, contributing to sustained business growth.
  • Product Trials: Oversee product trials to ensure they meet customer specifications and expectations, maintaining high standards of quality.
  • Implementation: Communicate technical aspects impacting manufacturing processes to ensure right-first-time production, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Technical Support: Provide comprehensive technical support and training to sales staff, internal stakeholders, and customers, optimizing product performance and fostering strong customer relationships.
  • QHS&E Management: Manage Health, Safety, and Environment Plans and Product Stewardship programs within the laboratory to achieve site objectives and targets.
  • Staff Development: Foster the development of staff within the Powder R&D Department, promoting individual and business growth and improving engagement.
  • Compliance: Design and maintain internal controls to meet audit compliance standards, ensuring adherence to corporate and site objectives.
What you need to have:
  • Formal degree in Chemistry or a related discipline.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in the Chemical/Powder Coating Industry with proven laboratory or technical management experience.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills, excellent planning and organizational abilities.
  • Proficient in technical communication and problem-solving.
  • Knowledge of QHS&E standards and compliance requirements.
What do we offer in AkzoNobel:

Being a Global company, we have a suite of benefits we can offer than your standard permanent role and job stability:

  • Career Pathway and Training: We're committed to helping you reach your career goals. We offer training and development opportunities that open doors to your next steps.
  • Company Culture: Experience a dynamic and inclusive culture that values innovation and collaboration.
  • Competitive Salary and Performance Bonuses: Don't settle for the ordinary. You have the potential to earn more with performance bonuses on top of your base salary
  • Let AkzoNobel help you meet your health goals: Your health matters to us. Enjoy a free annual flu vaccination and financial support for health and wellbeing programs of your choice each year.
  • Want to stretch your dollar further? Enjoy exclusive discounts on HP products, discounted private health insurance with Bupa, as well as special corporate rates for car rentals through Avis, saving you money on essential purchases and travel expenses.
  • Looking for more perks? Join us to find out more…
How to Apply:

If you are a high performer with a passion for leading innovation, driving product excellence, and shaping the future of coatings in a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply Visit the AkzoNobel careers page or search for this role on SEEK. We look forward to hearing from you

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability. Background checking is a component of AkzoNobel's recruitment process. This checking may include: identity verification, reference checks, criminal background checks, immigration checks, verification of academic qualifications and medical checks.

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