Head of Manufacturing

3 weeks ago

Sydney, Australia Weir Group Full time

Head of Manufacturing

Weir Minerals

Sydney, NSW

Onsite

This role will act as the escalation point for the various shops and will provide overall guidance and support on resolving any issues and challenges. The Head of Manufacturing is pivotal in managing daily operations whilst aligning them with the broader objectives outlined in the Operations strategy. The successful professional will provide expert guidance on processes to capture, manage, develop, and share information, enabling the adoption of new methodologies within designated teams. They will pride themselves on their proven ability to contribute to transformation plans by identifying tasks necessary to achieve the desired future state of Operations. Education and support will be provided to local teams throughout transformational initiatives, fostering the adoption of new operational practices.

Why choose Weir:
Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge - but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities:
- Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.- Support the delivery of operation plans and business activities for the achievement of short and long-term business objectives.- Monitor, evaluate and improve each operational shop’s performance, including the efficiency of staff, procedures and production costs.- Lead the manufacturing management team to optimize the use of human and material resources to achieve as per budget and business objectives.- Lead the development and implementation of all manufacturing activities to maximize the funds invested.- In conjunction with the shop managers, plan and execute operating plans, particularly with regard to production, output, quality and quantity, cost, lead time available, labour requirements, planned production programs, control activities and inventory levels.- Oversee the management of plant facilities including maintenance, inventory controls and asset management.- Drive improved production methods and processes through the use of lean and continuous improvement activities.- Collaborate with other departments including supply chain, projects and finance.- Prepare the annual manufacturing budgets and manage adherence to these.- Provide regular and accurate management reporting on business KPIs and performance.- Drive operational and site improvements, with the support of shop managers and other departments.- Manage any manufacturing escalations and issues, ensuring mínimal disruption to business continuity and output.- Responsible for workforce planning and talent management.- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standard operating procedures.- Lead an operational environment protection culture and align all objectives to achieve environmental targets and no harm to the environment.

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:
- Prior leadership experience is required in a similar role within the manufacturing space (minimum 15 years).- Advanced skills in commercial acumen and business operations are essential.- A Master of Business Administration is desired, though a minimum bachelor’s degree in business or engineering is required.

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.
- Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, g

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