Robotic Welding Manager

Work with cutting edge robotic technology - adavnced manufacturing
- Secure, permanent full-time position with international travel
- Competitive salary, favourable working conditions and professional advancement

**The Company**:
As a 3rd generation family run business, our client represents what can be achieved by a group of loyal dedicated professionals with a clear vision and robust work ethic. This organisation has been recognized internationally as an industry leader in design and fabrication of bulk liquid storage and transportation systems. They boast an impressive client base (domestic and international) and have an enviable pipeline for work for the foreseeable future.

As a forward thinking Australian manufacturer, they have acquired cutting edge robotic welding technology and we are now seeking an experience advanced manufacturing professional to successfully deliver this project

**The Role**:
As the Robotic Welding Specialist, your primary objective will be to ensure the successful integration of their new robotic welding system into the existing business. Furthermore, you will also be responsible for building the capacity of this new service and work collaboratively with the existing team to commercialise this offering.

As such, you should expect to undertake the following:

- Serve as the Design Engineering Technical lead on this exciting new project
- Ensure successful installation, commissioning, and commercialisation of the new robotic welding system
- Manage procurement
- Liaise with the overseas OEM providing technical information as required
- Liaise with the internal engineering team to incorporate the new robotic welding system
- Develop welding procedures
- Administer contracts with external suppliers including contractors and labour supply
- Build and manage the Robotic Welding Team
- Attend the OEM premises as required - on-going international travel required
- You will be required to maintain working hours in line with Western Europe until the robotic system has been successfully commissioned. As such, flexible working arrangements will be provided i.e. flexi start/finish time and WFH options.

**You**:
To be successful in this role, you will need the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

- Demonstrable background in advanced manufacturing
- Relevant tertiary or trade qualification such as an engineering degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Robotics, Process, Industrial or a trade qualification in Welding or Laser Cutting
- Extensive experience in the design, fabrication, installation, commissioning or operation of similar machine i.e. robotic systems, 6-axis welders, presses, CNCs, plasma cutter etc
- Ability to operate industry standard design software such as AutoCAD and Inventor
- Passion for embracing new technology to develop factories of the future
- Conscientious and organised approach to your work

The role will require semi-regular travel to Europe. As such the successful applicant must have the ability to travel internationally without restrictions.

**The Reward**:
If you are successful in obtaining this position, you will get to the lead the charge of this new and innovate project for one of Australia's most reputable manufacturers. This is truly a one-of-a-kind project and an Australian first.

Additionally, you will also receive in return for your efforts:

- An extremely generous salary package - to be negotiated with the successful applicant
- On-going professional development opportunities including building and developing a team of robotic welders
- Opportunity to join a hugely successful team of manufacturing professionals who are embracing the move into Industry 4.0