Ixom Operations Pty Ltd

About your role

Reporting to the Regional Manufacturing Lead/Site Manager, you will lead the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of our Port Kembla site. In this hands-on leadership role, you will oversee production activities, maintenance programs, contractor management, and the day-to-day supervision of site personnel, while driving strong SHEQ performance across the facility. We are seeking an adaptable and resilient leader who thrives in a close-knit team environment and is comfortable balancing operational involvement with people leadership to ensure the site continues to operate safely and effectively.

Why Join IXOM?

- Leadership prospect with genuine operational impact.
- Stable, established business with a strong safety culture.
- Diverse role covering production, maintenance and contractor management.
- Career development opportunities within a leading industrial organisation.
- Be part of a team committed to safety, integrity and operational excellence

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and promote a strong safety-first culture across site operations.
- Coordinate daily manufacturing, terminal and dispatch activities.
- Supervise, coach and support Process Operators.
- Conduct pre-start meetings, workplace inspections and safety observations.
- Coordinate maintenance works, shutdown activities and contractor management.
- Monitor plant performance and resolve operational issues.
- Ensure compliance with permits, risk assessments and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain operational, production and quality documentation.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the site.

Who are we looking for?

Ideally, you'll bring:

- 5+ years' experience in manufacturing, industrial processing or similar operations environments.




- Experience leading or supervising frontline operational teams.
- Demonstrated experience coordinating operational and contractor activities.
- Sound understanding of safety, quality and environmental requirements.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a quick-paced operational environment.
- Current Driver's Licence.
- Current Forklift Licence.

Highly regarded:

- Certificate III in Process Plant Operations or similar.
- Trade qualification (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Boilermaker or related).

Benefits at IXOM

- Competitive salary aligned to market and experience
- Stable, full‑time role within a global organisation
- Structured onboarding and transition support
- Clear internal career pathways
- Flexible working arrangements where possible
- Health, wellbeing and employee assistance programs
- An inclusive, collaborative and values‑driven culture

To Apply

If you're looking for a hands-on leadership role where you can make a genuine impact on site operations, safety, and team performance, while building a long-term career with a leading industrial business, we'd love to hear from you.

Our Process

At IXOM we are committed to employing individuals who align with our values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted to demonstrate applicants' suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, and reference checks.

Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey, information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application, please contact our Talent Acquisition team.

📌 Site Supervisor (Port Kembla)
🏢 Ixom Operations
📍 Port Kembla