Factory Manager - Manufacturing (Geelong based) We’re currently recruiting for an experienced Factory Manager to lead an established heavy manufacturing facility in Geelong. This is a senior site leadership opportunity with responsibility for manufacturing operations, production, quality, maintenance, safety and people performance. This is a full time, permanent, day-shift position with an immediate start available.

Roles and Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations across production, quality, maintenance, safety and overall site performance

Manage, coach and develop frontline leaders, supervisors and operational teams

Drive operational performance, productivity, plant reliability and continuous improvement

Build and manage strong relationships across the workforce, leading organisational and operational change effectively

Maintain high standards of safety, quality, compliance and manufacturing performance

Skills and Requirements

Qualifications in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Production,



Operations Management or a related discipline will be highly regarded

Proven experience in Factory Management, Manufacturing Management, Plant Management, Production Management, Operations Management or similar manufacturing leadership roles

Strong manufacturing experience within heavy industry, rail, transport, infrastructure, mining, defence or other industrial production environments

Strong understanding of production, maintenance, quality, safety and operational performance within a manufacturing environment

Experience leading and coaching supervisors, managers or other operational leaders

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📌 Factory Manager - Manufacturing (Geelong based) (Port Phillip City)
🏢 Heaton Rail
📍 Port Phillip City