Manufacturing Team Lead

Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies.

Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.

We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.

Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide

Flexible Working

At Ultra Maritime, we understand that your personal life is just as important as your professional one. That's why we support and promote flexible working arrangements where possible.

We offer a 9-day fortnight working pattern, offering extended weekends every other week, granting you more time to pursue your passions. And that's not all – we provide flexible start and finish times.

We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people.

Manages the production team across shifts, ensuring the manufacturing of products in planned quantities, at budgeted cost, and of desired quality. Ensures all safety procedures are followed and metrics met. Investigates, trouble-shoots and provides solutions to more complex production problems that are elevated. Liaisons with functional or operational area managers (e.g. in Supply Chain or Program Management) to understand current and future product needs and develop plans, cost estimates, and schedules for integrating these needs into existing manufacturing activities. Leads activities and projects to support continuous improvement in the areas of safety, quality, delivery, and cost reduction.

Must be eligible to obtain and maintain and Australian security clearance.

Typically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and 5+ years of related experience.

Plus 3+ years people leader experience

Lean Six Sigma certification preferred

Must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian security clearance

Why it's great to work for Ultra Maritime

• Work a 9 day/ fortnight;
• Option to purchase additional leave;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• Wellbeing Program;
• Free on-site car parking;
• Free coffee/ tea/ soft drinks and fruit;
• CFS/ SES/ Reservist Paid Leave; and
• Professional development and study assistance, to name a few....

We really want you to be able to shine in the application process, so we can see what your strengths are; as such we are happy to be flexible around our process.

Interested in applying?

• Click on the 'Apply' button.
• Send a Resume and Cover Letter detailing your relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.

Nationality Requirements

The successfully appointed candidate must be eligible to obtain and maintain a current Australian Defence Security Clearance to Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1).

Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra Maritime is an employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.

We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

Company: Ultra Maritime