Who We Are:
Bradken is equipping the resource sector to sustainably advance society.
As a Leading Hand in our Manufacturing team at Bassendean, you'll be joining a global leader in the design, manufacture and supply of wear products and services for mining equipment.
With 3,000 team members worldwide and a bold goal of carbon neutrality by ****, you'll be part of a diverse team driving safety, quality, and operational excellence.
What's the Role:
As a Leading Hand, you'll be responsible for managing day-to-day production activities and labour resources within the manufacturing area, ensuring products are produced safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
You'll lead a team of Boilermakers, Trade Assistants, and Operators while supporting the achievement of production schedules and on-time delivery targets.
Working closely with the Operations Supervisor, you'll promote a zero-harm culture, coordinate labour and materials, support continuous improvement initiatives, and provide leadership and mentoring to your team.
Your Impact:
• Lead and supervise a manufacturing team of approximately ***** employees to achieve production targets safely and efficiently.
• Coordinate labour, materials, consumables, and equipment to meet production schedules.
• Promote and maintain Bradken's Zero Harm safety culture through active leadership and compliance with safety procedures.
• Monitor product quality and ensure customer requirements are consistently met.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, productivity, quality, and cost performance.
• Mentor, coach, and develop employees through multiskilling and on-the-job training.




• Monitor production performance and provide data and feedback to support operational decision-making.
• Foster positive employee engagement and effective communication across the workshop and broader site operations.
• Escalate safety, production, and personnel issues appropriately and in a timely manner.
You Bring:
Essential:
• Trade qualification (Certificate III or Certificate IV)
• Leadership experience within an engineering, manufacturing, or industrial environment
• Experience using hand and power tools and machine setup activities
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Ability to lead, motivate, mentor, and develop team members
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Basic to intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and general computer systems.
• Physically fit and able to work on your feet for extended periods.
Preferred:
• Certificate III in Engineering or Manufacturing Processes
• Certificate IV in Frontline Management
• Forklift Licence
• Experience with welding, grinding, drilling, or press operations
• Knowledge of OHS, Environmental and Quality System requirements.
At Bradken,



you'll join a supportive team where your contribution matters.
You'll have access to learning and growth opportunities, the chance to work on meaningful projects, and be part of a culture that values safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Why join our team at Bradken?
• Income Protection Cover
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Safety-first environment and mindset
• Supportive team and well‐established systems
• Robust focus on quality and continuous improvement
• Peak location – conveniently located directly across from the Ashfield train station
This role is based in Bassendean, WA.
If you're ready to take the next step in your leadership career and help drive safety, quality, and operational excellence in a world-class manufacturing environment, we invite you to submit your application, along with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining why this role aligns with your career goals.
Everyone has a story... become a part of ours!
Prior to commencing employment, candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, a full medical screening.
WE RESPECTFULLY REQUEST NO APPROACHES FROM RECRUITMENT AGENCIES.
Bradken is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and flexible work environment where individuals are empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.
All employment decisions are based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.

📌 Leading Hand (Western Australia)
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