Cleveland, QLD **** | Transitioning to Stapylton, QLD **** from December/January *********
Lead the shift.
Drive performance.
Build a high-performing team.
Network Steel is looking for an experienced Shift Manager to lead our afternoon shift operations.
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys being on the factory floor, working closely with their team and taking ownership of people, safety, production, quality and delivery outcomes.
You'll be joining a growing Australian business where your leadership will have a direct impact on our people and operational performance.
What's in it for you?
Birthday leave – paid day off for your birthday following successful completion of probationary periodWork in a business that encourages innovation and prioritises learning and developmentRegular team events – including quarterly BBQs and end-of-year partiesMonthly peer-nominated staff recognition program
This is an opportunity to:
Lead a key shift within our Queensland operationsMake a genuine impact on safety, productivity and team performanceLead and develop a diverse operational teamWork closely with experienced operational leadersPlay an important role in our transition to StapyltonHelp shape the way our future operation works
About the role
Reporting to the Operations Manager – QLD, you'll be responsible for the safe, efficient and coordinated delivery of the entire afternoon operation.
You'll lead the overall afternoon-shift team, including Team Leaders and employees across the operation.
You'll set clear priorities, allocate resources,



manage performance and ensure the team has the support and direction needed to deliver safely and effectively.
This is not a role that sits behind a desk.
You'll be visible and active across the operation, building strong relationships with your team, removing roadblocks and providing practical support when required.
Key responsibilities
Lead the overall afternoon shift, setting clear priorities and expectationsLead, coach and develop Team Leaders and employees across the shiftDrive a strong culture of safety, accountability, quality and performanceAllocate labour and resources to meet production and delivery prioritiesMonitor production, identify issues early and implement practical solutionsManage attendance, overtime, labour requirements and day-to-day workforce needsWork closely with Planning, Sales, Transport, Operations and Safety teamsMaintain accurate shift handovers, production updates and operational recordsIdentify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce downtime, scrap and reworkSupport the team through the transition to Stapylton and future operating model
This is a hands-on leadership role
We're looking for a leader who is comfortable getting involved when the operation needs support.
Where appropriately licensed and competent, you'll operate a forklift and assist with material movement or practical floor-based tasks when required.




The key is knowing when to get involved and when to step back and lead — ensuring the shift always has strong leadership, decision-making and safety oversight.
What we're looking for
You'll bring demonstrated leadership or management experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, engineering or similar operational environment.
Ideally, you'll have:
Strong experience leading frontline teams in a production environmentA practical understanding of production flow, labour allocation, safety and qualityThe ability to lead people, set explicit expectations and hold others accountableStrong problem-solving and decision-making skillsExperience coaching employees and building team capabilityThe ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-pace operational environmentThe ability to interpret production schedules, drawings and work instructionsGood computer and administration skills, including email, spreadsheets and ERP or production systemsA current High Risk Work Licence – LF Forklift, with demonstrated safe operating competenceThe ability and willingness to work on our afternoon-shiftA hands-on, practical approach to leadership
Experience in steel fabrication, manufacturing, structural steel processing or similar operational environments will be highly regarded.
Experience supporting a site relocation or major operational change will also be advantageous.
If you're an experienced operational leader who enjoys being close to the action, knows how to get the best from people and takes ownership of results, we'd love to hear from you.
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