Site Manager

2 days ago

Deer Park, Victoria, Australia Orica Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year
About Orica

At Orica, it's the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.

It's an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the site

Our Deer Park Specialty Emulsifier manufacturing facility, located just 15 km west of Melbourne's CBD, is a cornerstone of Orica's global operations.

This historic site has been in use since the late 1800s, producing, storing, and dispatching explosive materials that power quarrying, major infrastructure, and mining projects across Australia and around the world.

About the role

We're thrilled to announce an opportunity to lead Orica's Deer Park Manufacturing site, along with a specialised hose treatment facility in Wodonga.

As Site Manager, you'll report directly to the Vice President – Continuous Manufacturing and take full accountability for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People outcomes, driving strategies that deliver real improvement.

This role is all about leadership – guiding a cross-functional Manufacturing Centre Leadership Team and working collaboratively with broader Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Regional teams to ensure alignment and success.

What you will be doing
  • Ensure safety, health, environment, and security standards are followed across all site activities.
  • Set the site's strategy and future vision in line with business needs.
  • Build and develop the leadership team and high-potential talent.
  • Foster an engaged culture focused on continuous improvement.
  • Maintain strong relationships with regulators, community, and local industry.
  • Represent the site within broader manufacturing and supply chain leadership forums.
What you will bring
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering – Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical preferred.
  • 5–10 years' senior leadership experience in a manufacturing plant or facility.
  • Track record of driving process and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Strong leadership skills – collaborative, inclusive, and strategic approach.
  • Ability to engage and communicate with diverse stakeholders internally and externally.
     
What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone's contributions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.

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