Head of Manufacturing

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 required to manage the day-to-day operations whilst also delivering to the requirements of the operations strategy.

The key responsibilities and accountabilities of this role will include, but are not limited to:

- 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
- Establish clear lines of accountability across the manufacturing function, ensuring clarity of role and responsibility for deliverables
- 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 to the Director of Operations and other executives
- 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
- Develop performance and efficiency metrics, identifying areas for improvement and reporting results to executive leadership
- Responsible for role modelling Weir values and behaviours, creating a culture of engagement and high performance
- Responsible for workforce planning and talent management
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standard operating procedures
- Lead safety culture and ensure compliance with all safety requirements, including Zero Harm
- Lead an operational environment protection culture and align all objectives to achieve environmental targets and no harm to the environment
- 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

What we offer
- A work environment where safety and employee wellbeing are always the priority
- An excellent workplace culture within a globally recognised brand - operating in over 60 countries worldwide
- Above market employee super contributions - great opportunity to build your super

About Weir

Weir was founded in 1871 and today, 150 years later, is a global market leader providing trusted technology and serviced which make mining operations more productive and profitable. We own, design and manufacture some of the industry's most trusted brands. We pride ourselves on our ability to be where and when our customers need us to help them sustainability provide the essential resources needed by the growing world.

Supporting all our people

To view the full details for the role and to apply, please submit a cover letter and CV via our Careers portal.