Operations Improvement Lead
2 days ago
About the role
Are you a motivated and strategic thinker with a passion for driving operational excellence?
This is an exciting opportunity for a Continuous Improvement leader with strong leadership skills to lead transformational change across a well-established manufacturing business and progress you career.
As the
Operations Improvement Lead
, you will take the drive Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives
across Queensland
, while also contributing to national-level projects as part of a collaborative, future-focused team. The role is based in
Brisbane, the Gold Coast or Sunshine Coast
, with a remit spanning CAPEX, safety, process optimisation, and operational leadership coaching, every day will bring new challenges and opportunities.
In this autonomous role, you'll work closely with site leaders and cross-functional teams to embed sustainable improvements, deliver high-impact capital projects, and champion a strong safety-first culture. You'll be backed by a national CI network and senior stakeholders who value innovation and proactive leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead QLD-wide CI projects focused on safe operations, maintenance, CAPEX delivery, and Australian standards alignment.
- Collaborate with Queensland leadership to identify and implement efficiency improvements across multiple sites.
- Coach and mentor operational leaders to embed continuous improvement practices.
- Champion a safety-first mindset, ensuring all projects uphold the highest safety standards.
- Analyse and improve manufacturing and business processes through data-driven methodologies.
- Drive innovation in automation, labour efficiency, and cost reduction strategies.
- Manage the end-to-end delivery of major capital and improvement projects.
- Partner with suppliers, site leaders, and national CI counterparts to ensure consistent standards and solutions.
You are a seasoned Continuous Improvement or Operations leader who thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments. Your ability to lead change, influence stakeholders, and think strategically makes you a trusted partner across multi-site operations. You will gain exposure to state-wide and national projects, in an autonomous leadership role, and have an immediate project portfolio. The business provides a stable, innovative and diverse environment, with excellent career progression opportunities.
Key Experience:
- Demonstrated leadership in Continuous Improvement, Operations, or Engineering within manufacturing.
- Strong project management experience, with the ability to deliver on multiple priorities.
- Proven ability to coach, mentor, and influence both senior leaders and frontline teams.
- Background in managing CAPEX and safety-focused improvement projects.
- Solid knowledge of maintenance, reliability, and safe operational practices.
- Proficient in process optimisation, root cause analysis, and data-led decision making.
- Comfortable with tools such as Power BI, Microsoft Suite, and ERP systems (e.g. SAP).
- Engineering degree (Mechanical or Electrical) desirable, but not essential.
Key Benefits
Below are some of our key central benefits that are available to InfraBuild employees. Other benefits may be available depending on your role or site.
- Generous parental leave
: 20 weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks paid Partner Leave for those who have worked at the business for at least 12 months. The company also provides superannuation contributions for the Primary Carer during the period of unpaid parental leave for eligible employees (limitations apply). - Access to long service leave after 5 years
: Employees who are not covered by an Enterprise Agreement can access accrued Long Service Leave (LSL) at the rate of 1.3 weeks per year of service after 5 years continuous service. - Employee Benefits Program:
discounts for employees, friends and family on a huge selection of products and services from a variety of brands including Samsung, Coles, Harvey Norman, Village Cinemas, Dick Smith, Vodafone, Thrifty and many more. - Accessible learning available to everyone
: InfraBuild Learn360 provides every InfraBuild employee (whatever your role or career aspirations) with self-directed learning opportunities, supported by a variety of resources to help enhance the impact of your learning. - Corporate rates for private health insurance
: Nib Health Insurance offers discounted cover for employees.
About us
The Australian Reinforcing Company (ARC)
is a local supplier of steel reinforcing that Australians have trusted for more than 100 years. With a proud history of innovation, supported by the largest branch distribution network in Australia, ARC provides a localised service adapted to our communities, towns & cities from Tasmania to Townsville, and everywhere in between.
ARC
is a brand of
InfraBuild
, Australia's leading integrated steel manufacturing, distribution and recycling business, making steel using our electric arc furnaces. InfraBuild provides solutions for commercial and residential construction, large scale and nation-building infrastructure as well as our primary producers and rural sectors. With ambitions to be carbon neutral by 2030, each day we help build futures through sustainable steel.
Why work here?
We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on
three pillars
that define our commitment to both our team and our industry.
Work with a greater purpose:
Join us in the pursuit of a sustainable future as we progress our ambition to become carbon-neutral. You will contribute to a legacy that not only helps to build our nation but sustains our environment for future generations. Embrace a culture where differences are celebrated, innovation is embraced and valuing everyone's unique perspectives contributes to our transformation.Work well - live better:
We understand the importance of working in an environment which supports you to balance your personal and professional life. Experience a culture which values you as a whole person - where family extends to the workplace and your well-being matters. You'll thrive not only in your career with us, but beyond.Build your own future
: Step into a culture where every day is an opportunity to grow, and where driving your own development is not just encouraged; it's expected. You'll be empowered to take the wheel of your learning journey and uncover your potential. The possibilities are limitless.
We invite you to forge your career in a workplace where passion meets purpose, wellbeing is nurtured and the opportunity to thrive is in your hands.
It is our ambition to cultivate an inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage candidates from all cultural backgrounds, genders, orientations, age groups, and abilities to apply. Your diversity is our strength in creating sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia's tomorrow.
We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
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