Production Manager

Who we are:
From the depths of the ocean to the pinnacles of the world’s tallest buildings, Prysmian drives new forms of energy and information to each and every corner of the earth. We offer the widest range of services and know-how in the industry. Each year, our Company manufactures thousands of KMs of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium and low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibres, copper cables and connectivity systems for voice, video, and data transmission for the telecommunications sector.

Become part of a global network of 30,000 colleagues spanning 50 countries, all committed to connecting the planet's pathways

About the role:
We’re seeking a results-driven Production Manager to lead our manufacturing operations in Liverpool, NSW. This role is responsible for delivering outcomes aligned with Prysmian’s ambitious continuous improvement targets, while managing production crews and operational efficiencies to meet key performance indicators. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and environmentally responsible manufacture of high-quality products across a 24-hour operation.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, you’ll oversee all aspects of production planning, safety, quality, learning and development, and performance, while directly managing machine operators and supporting lean manufacturing initiatives.

What you’ll be doing:

- Lead production teams to meet output, safety, quality, and cost targets across a 24-hour operation
- Drive continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives to meet stretch KPIs
- Ensure compliance with HSEQ standards, lead incident reporting, and support injury management
- Oversee product quality, root cause investigations, and corrective actions in collaboration with the Quality team
- Support sustainability initiatives aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Manage production planning, schedule adherence, and inventory compliance
- Partner with Supply Chain to optimise delivery performance and reduce costs
- Monitor and report on key metrics including OEE, DIFOT, cost of poor quality, and labour/material efficiency
- Lead and engage teams in problem-solving, training, and 6S housekeeping practices
- Control fixed and variable costs, support budget preparation, and ensure financial compliance

Skills and qualifications required:

- 5+ years in management roles within a manufacturing environment, ideally in heavy industry
- Strong operational, team leadership, and customer-focused mindset
- Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, GMP, and regulatory compliance
- Experience with Quality Assurance and Health, Safety & Environmental systems
- Demonstrated success in managing high-performance teams and lean manufacturing projects
- Excellent problem-solving skills, including general engineering and equipment maintenance
- Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and influencing skills
- Financial acumen with experience in budgeting and cost control
- Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office tools
- Ability to adapt to change, manage disruption, and lead with purpose

The benefits of working with us:
Working with Prysmian means joining a Global family (and one with some great perks):

- Globally supported Sustainability and Diversity Programs (because we care about our people and the environments we operate in)
- A Prysmian Rewards Program (designed to save you money on the day to day) exclusive to our Team
- An inclusive Employee Share benefits scheme
- A dedicated Global Mentoring Program
- A culture that fosters inclusiveness, teamwork and joint success
- Free parking
- Flexible work practices
- Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are._
- All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, m