Machine Shop Manager | Motorsport & Advanced Manufacturing

Engineering The Unfair Advantage, a solution for thermal system requirements. Starting from a father and sons’ vision which turned into a true success story.

PWR has become the leading manufacturer of cutting-edge automotive cooling products in Australia.

We are a renowned name in top-tier global motorsports, and we've grown into a powerhouse with over 650 talented staff across Australia, America, and the UK, now listed on the ASX stock exchange.

PWR are consistently breaking boundaries, delving into new innovations, and venturing into thrilling industries such as electric, aerospace, and defence.

With year-on-year success we are expanding our team and wanting to attract top talent to help us drive innovation and meet unprecedented demand.

Do you want to embark on a thrilling career? Unleash your potential here, at PWR.

Why Join PWR?

It’s a career, not just a job. Our average tenure is 10 years+ and there is a reason for that. We are serious about supporting our people to build fantastic careers and are committed to promoting from within.

Wheels Diner & Onsite Gym- A fully catered diner that provides free, fresh and full meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner to keep you well-fed and hydrated.

PWR uniforms - Fostering professionalism and community while eliminating the hassle and expense of maintaining a work wardrobe.

50% OFF all PWR products - Plus discounts across other automotive suppliers and financial wellbeing programs.

Latest technology - From a controlled atmosphere brazing furnace, CNC machine shop, to an in-house wind tunnel.

Recognition programs - Celebrating outstanding achievements with monetary rewards for Employee of the Year, Apprentice of the Year, and more.

Thriving and Inclusive Culture- At the heart of PWR is our people. Our company culture promotes inclusiveness, diversity and a place where you can be yourself. We value our team and commit to creating a supportive and rewarding work environment.

Lead a High-Performance CNC Manufacturing Operation Supporting Formula 1, Motorsport and Aerospace Customers Worldwide

Motorsport | Aerospace | Advanced Manufacturing

PWR is a global leader in advanced cooling solutions, trusted by Formula 1, NASCAR, Supercars, aerospace and high-performance automotive customers around the world.

We're looking for an experienced Machine Shop Manager to lead our CNC machining operation at our Gold Coast headquarters.



This is an opportunity to take ownership of a large-scale, high-performance manufacturing environment containing 38 CNC machines, a team of 50 skilled machinists and apprentices, and some of the most advanced machining work in Australian manufacturing.

If you're a proven machining leader who enjoys being on the shop floor, developing people, solving problems and driving continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join PWR?

Lead a high-performing team of 50 across machining operations

Work with advanced 3 & 5-axis CNC technology

Be part of projects supporting global motorsport, aerospace and advanced engineering sectors

Join a growing Australian success story with operations in Australia, the USA and the UK

Influence shop-floor performance, productivity and future capability

The Chance

As Machine Shop Manager, you'll lead all aspects of daily machining operations, ensuring production targets, quality standards and customer expectations are consistently achieved.

This is a highly visible leadership role where you'll balance people leadership, technical expertise and operational performance.

You won't be sitting behind a desk all day. You'll be actively involved on the floor, supporting your team, solving technical challenges and driving improvements across the operation.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, coach and develop CNC Machinists, Team Leaders and Apprentices

Manage daily production across 3 & 5-axis machining centres

Support machining strategies, setups, tooling and process optimisation

Drive productivity, efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives

Collaborate with Engineering, Production and Quality teams

Review first-offs, prove-outs and production readiness

Ensure the highest standards of safety, quality and operational performance

Build capability across the team through mentoring and technical leadership

Monitor shop performance, workflow and resource planning

About You

We're looking for someone who combines strong technical machining knowledge with proven leadership capability.

You’ll bring:

Extensive CNC machining experience within a production environment





Previous experience leading teams in a machine shop or manufacturing operation

Strong understanding of 3 & 5-axis machining processes

Ability to read engineering drawings and solve complex machining challenges

A hands‑on leadership style with a passion for developing people

Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on quality, safety and delivery

Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of engineering, technology and performance manufacturing on a global stage.

All employees will undertake a pre‑employment medical and character check where required.

PWR is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, committed to ethical practices and embracing the principles of cultural diversity and inclusion. PWR also promotes a smoke‑free work environment.

We request that recruitment agencies refrain from contacting us regarding potential candidates or services.

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Your application will include the following questions:

- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- What's your expected annual base salary?

Engineering The Unfair Advantage, a solution for thermal system requirements. Starting from a father and sons’ vision which turned into a true success story. PWR has become the leading manufacturer of cutting-edge automotive cooling products in Australia.

We are a renowned name in top-tier global motorsports, and we've grown into a powerhouse with over 650 talented staff across Australia, America, and the UK, now listed on the ASX stock exchange.

PWR are consistently breaking boundaries, delving into new innovations, and venturing into thrilling industries such as electric, aerospace, and defence.

Engineering The Unfair Advantage, a solution for thermal system requirements. Starting from a father and sons’ vision which turned into a true success story. PWR has become the leading manufacturer of cutting-edge automotive cooling products in Australia.

We are a renowned name in top-tier global motorsports, and we've grown into a powerhouse with over 650 talented staff across Australia, America, and the UK, now listed on the ASX stock exchange.

PWR are consistently breaking boundaries, delving into new innovations, and venturing into thrilling industries such as electric, aerospace, and defence.

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