Plant Manager

Brickworks

Cairns, Queensland, Australia
On-site
5-10 years manufacturing leadership experience
Strong whs and environmental compliance knowledge
Capital expenditure budget management skills
This role involves leading a team of approximately 17 operational staff to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production at one of North Queensland's largest dry pressed concrete block plants

Job Summary

  • This role involves leading a team of approximately 17 operational staff to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production at one of North Queensland's largest dry pressed concrete block plants.
  • The successful candidate will be responsible for translating organizational objectives into actionable plant management plans while managing capital expenditure budgets and resource needs.
  • Brickworks offers a supportive work environment with benefits including parental leave, employee recognition programs, career progression opportunities, and product discounts for staff and families.

Matching Summary

This role involves leading a team of approximately 17 operational staff to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production at one of North Queensland's largest dry pressed concrete block plants.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5-10 years manufacturing leadership experience
  • Strong WHS and environmental compliance knowledge
  • Capital expenditure budget management skills
  • Production planning and inventory control expertise
  • Team leadership for operational staff

Nice-to-have

  • Bachelor of Engineering or relevant discipline
  • Knowledge of PLCs in manufacturing environment
  • Understanding of AS3600 concrete standards
  • Experience with union relations
  • Proven track record in continuous improvement

Key Requirements

  • Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident required
  • 5–10 years' experience in a manufacturing leadership role
  • Bachelor of Engineering or relevant discipline preferred

Work Rights

Must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent resident

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