Production Leadership Position for Naval Maintenance

3 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Kinexus Full time

Kinexus, a premier recruitment solutions provider to the Defence sector, is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead a production maintenance team. This role is crucial in ensuring compliance with technical, financial, safety, and quality standards for maintaining Australia's naval assets in peak operational condition.

This dynamic environment requires a driven leader with deep expertise in marine or naval maintenance, capable of influencing the success of complex naval maintenance projects. Your leadership will directly impact the outcome of these critical initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the production maintenance team to ensure ships are maintained according to technical, schedule, and quality requirements.
  • Collaborate closely with the Ship Maintenance Manager, Engineering Manager, and Planning Manager to guarantee production activities meet technical standards and project deadlines.
  • Oversee day-to-day production operations, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and effective management of subcontractors' WHS requirements.
  • Identify and report production issues, ensuring timely action on price variations and work package completion.
  • Manage wharf services (e.g., cranes) and coordinate with the High-Risk Safety Contractor to ensure all work is conducted safely and efficiently.
  • Work closely with Ships Refit Liaison Officers to resolve conflicts between maintenance schedules and ship operations, facilitating smooth workflow.

Skills & Experience Required

  • Demonstrated experience in shipboard maintenance practices and delivery of maintenance management systems within the Defence Maritime sector.
  • Minimum 5 years' experience leading maintenance teams and subcontractors in a Defence maritime environment.
  • Proven experience in managing complex projects, with strong technical schedule management and proficiency in project management software.
  • Strong knowledge of WHS regulations, with a commitment to leading safety initiatives and ensuring all work complies with State WHSE Acts and site safety requirements.
  • Ability to work independently while effectively communicating and building relationships across all levels of the business and with clients.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Tertiary qualification in a suitable engineering or maintenance-related discipline.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in marine or naval maintenance management, with expertise in project management and leadership in a Defence environment.
  • Australian citizenship is required due to security clearance needs.
  • A current BASELINE Defence clearance or higher is mandatory.

About Kinexus

Kinexus has been providing recruitment solutions to the Defence and Aerospace sectors for over 23 years, working with large Defence projects and organisations. We help professionals find meaningful roles in impactful industries.

The estimated salary for this position is $120,000 - $150,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications. All applications should include your resume as a word document. For more information, visit our website at www.kinexus.com.au.

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