Job Description
Reporting to the General Manager, this role plays a key leadership position in the day-to-day operation of our manufacturing facility, producing and distributing high-quality fibreglass swimming pools across Queensland and other states.
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This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys working closely with people, process, and product to deliver outstanding results.
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Key Responsibilities
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Safety & Compliance
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Lead and reinforce a strong safety-first culture across the site
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Ensure compliance with WHS policies, procedures, and safe work practices
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Provide daily leadership to production and support teams
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Recruit, onboard, train, and develop team members
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Coach, support, and hold teams accountable to performance and behavior standards
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Foster a high performing, engaged, and respectful workplace culture
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Operations & Quality
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Support daily production planning and execution to meet quality and delivery targets
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Maintain high product quality standards and drive continuous improvement
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Investigate operational issues, identify root causes, and implement practical solutions
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Partner with team to ensure efficient workflow and resource utilization
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Work closely with the Inventory and Logistics teams to ensure accurate stock control
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Ensure materials, labor, and equipment are available to meet production requirements
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Build strong working relationships with franchise partners to coordinate pool deliveries
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Collaborate with site and national leadership to implement safety, quality, cost, and process initiatives
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Lead and support improvement projects across safety, quality, people, and operational efficiency
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Assist in developing and embedding standardized processes across the facility
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About You
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Minimum 5 years' experience in a leadership role within a manufacturing environment
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Strong people management skills with a hands-on leadership style
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Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced operation
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Practical problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset
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Excellent communication skills across all levels of the business
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Experience with inventory control, production coordination, and logistics
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Strong computer literacy (Microsoft Office and manufacturing systems)
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Demonstrated experience recruiting, developing, and leading teams to deliver results
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Experience in fiberglass, composites, or lean manufacturing is highly regarded but not essential
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What We Offer
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A stable leadership role within an established manufacturing business
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Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
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A supportive, values-driven culture where leadership is visible and accountable
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A dynamic workplace where initiative, ownership, and improvement are encouraged
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The opportunity to make a real impact on people, processes, and product
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