Operations & Performance Manager | Manufacturing Leadership
Padman Group
About Padman Group
Padman Group is a proudly Australian-owned manufacturing business with more than 35 years of supporting Australian agriculture through innovative irrigation and water management solutions.
As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced Operations & Performance Manager to help lead the next phase of our operational and organisational development.
Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a key leadership position responsible for aligning people, systems and performance to build a more connected, efficient and high-performing business.
The Opportunity
This is more than an operations role.
You'll work alongside the Managing Director to improve the way the business performs across manufacturing, planning, supply chain, quality, finance support and continuous improvement.
You will help build leadership capability, strengthen accountability, improve communication between departments and ensure strategic priorities are translated into measurable operational results.
If you enjoy building great teams, improving business performance and creating lasting organisational capability, this is an opportunity to make a genuine impact.
Key Responsibilities
Lead operational performance across the Padman Group.
Translate strategic priorities into clear operational plans.
Develop and monitor business KPIs and operational scorecards.
Coach and mentor operational leaders.
Improve productivity, efficiency and operational performance.
Champion Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
Support inventory optimisation and working capital improvement.




Oversee SAP Business One and operational reporting systems.
Strengthen business systems, processes and operational disciplines.
Partner with the Senior Accountant to improve commercial performance.
Foster collaboration across Manufacturing, Projects, Engineering, Supply Chain and Administration.
Support the Managing Director in delivering the Company's strategic objectives.
About You
You are an experienced manufacturing leader who enjoys bringing people together, solving problems and improving the way businesses operate.
You will ideally bring:
Demonstrated leadership experience within manufacturing, engineering or industrial operations.
Strong commercial and business acumen.
Experience leading cross-functional teams.
ERP/MRP systems experience (SAP Business One highly regarded).
Experience implementing KPI and performance management systems.
Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience.
Robust communication, coaching and leadership capability.
The ability to influence, develop and inspire others.
Most importantly, you are a practical leader who enjoys creating clarity, building capability and delivering measurable business outcomes.
What We Offer
Competitive salary package of $165,000–$180,000 plus Superannuation.
Performance incentive opportunity.
Opportunity to work directly with the Managing Director.
Influence the future direction of a growing Australian manufacturing business.
Collaborative leadership team with genuine autonomy.
Regional lifestyle based in Strathmerton, Victoria.
Join Our Team
This is an opportunity to help shape the future of a well-established Australian manufacturing business.
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