
Production Manager
4 weeks ago
Overview
- Exciting leadership role, leading the Production Team at Blue Mountains Water Resource Recovery Hub (Penrith based)
- Exciting opportunity to lead a team operating plants directly responsible for protecting our shared environment.
- Use your leadership skills to facilitate a constructive and supportive workplace.
About the role
As the Production Manager for Blue Mountains Water Resource Recovery Hub (WRR) you will be responsible for the day to day safe and reliable operation of our assets to meet environmental protection licences and product standards. Your sites include WRR Facilities at Penrith, Richmond, North Richmond and Winmalee. This role will lead a geographically dispersed production team, provide coaching, create a constructive workplace to be proud of and drive improvement.
The Blue Mountains WRR Hub is undergoing significant upgrades on several fronts, and you will be involved in the planning and implementation of these projects and influence all aspects of the asset life cycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Leadership & Team Development Lead and coach the team to boost performance, support growth, learning and align with Sydney Water’s values in a constructive work culture.
- Safety & Compliance Ensure safety and environmental compliance, empowering teams to proactively manage production risks and follow regulations.
- Customer Experience & Product Quality Oversee operations to meet product standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations efficiently.
- Operational & Financial Management Manage budgets, resources, and risks to deliver cost-effective outcomes and drive continuous improvement.
- Asset & Process Management Lead wastewater and resource recovery operations, ensuring compliance, asset performance, and stakeholder collaboration.
About you
We are looking for an experienced leader of operational teams in production environments. In addition to tertiary qualifications in science or engineering (or equivalent experience) and a driver’s licence, you will also have:
- Highly developed leadership and facilitation skills and demonstrated ability to build a high performing team
- Demonstrated capability and commitment to improving safety performance
- Ability to influence stakeholders across varying levels and communicate requirements effectively
- Demonstrated business planning skills and ability to provide effective operational input into strategic and tactical asset planning, maintenance and renewal and asset creation
- Minimum of 7 years experience in operations role (water/wastewater and/or resource recovery is highly advantageous but other operations/production industries are strongly encouraged to apply)
- Minimum of 5 years experience in leadership role
- Exposure to quality management systems (ISO 9000, 14000, 4801)
Does this sound like you? Apply now. Closing date: 30th Sept 2025
We support you through the application process and can modify as needed – let us know what you need. For more information, you can contact TA Partner marc.evans2@sydneywater.com.au
Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.
Why join us
At Sydney Water, your work will make a real difference in people’s lives—and your own. With diverse projects and roles, you’ll find ample career growth opportunities. We actively seek and celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and individuality, fostering a safe environment where everyone can thrive and shape impactful community projects. We offer flexible working arrangements and opportunities for career progression among our many benefits.
Dive into Our Great Benefits:
- Competitive Remuneration: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately.
- Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team/'s productivity and well-being.
- Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success.
- 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.
- Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.
- Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a childcare allowance.
- Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW.
- Novated Leasing: Get in the driver/'s seat of your financial future with our novated lease options.
Working at Sydney Water
We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to inclusion and equal opportunity for all employees.
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