Production / Site Manager – Manufacturing - RuralHighly autonomous role suiting progressive managersHuge earning opportunity with a range of benefits includedRural facility – 2 hours from PerthAbout the Role:We are currently on the search for a progressive Production Manager from a manufacturing / mechanical background who has the capacity to take the reins and confidently run operations across whole of site.
Working for an industry leading company with a national footprint, the successful applicant will report to heads of business on the East Coast.
This means you will have the freedom of running operations autonomously, however there will always be high-level support on hand.
As above, the role is roughly two hours East of Perth and realistically demands that the successful applicant will live there through the week.
Accommodation is provided by the client (for family if required) and the wage is reflective of the working outside the Perth Metro area.The role itself is a boots on the ground position and is suited to someone who can lead from the front, get involved in the day to day when necessary, and take ownership over safe and efficient output.
There is an emphasis on machinery, and the most suitable applicants will have a mechanical background with the ability to understand when operating equipment issues can be diagnosed and fixed on site, or when external suppliers need to be contacted.Day to day of the role may include:Oversite and ownership of production throughputMaintaining safe working environmentBuild relationships with local suppliers and contactsLiaising with external contractors (maintenance, transport etc.)Staffing and rostering dutiesBe a key influence on decision making for facility upgrades and processesOrganisation of workflowQuality controlInventory managementCommunicating with both internal and external stakeholdersEnsuring the team are happy and productiveWho are we looking for?
The successful applicant will be a natural leader who enjoys being in the action with the team, this is far from an office bound role!




Your ability to communicate and motivate staff will be key to ensuring sustained output over an extended period.
Ideally, you will have a mechanical background and previous exposure to high throughput production environments.
As the role has a wide scope of responsibility, you will be organised and process driven.Additionally, you will be a natural relationship builder who is happy to interact with key suppliers in the area, have them at the facility or go and see their operations at times.Mechanical / Fitting experience (quals preferred)Previous leadership experience in production environmentsUnderstanding of machine maintenance and preventative schedulesAbility to identify production bottlenecksExperience with production planningAbility to work with skilled and unskilled workersInventory controlUnderstanding of logisticsStrong organisational skillsSafety first mentalityAbility to communicate and get the best out of the teamOwnership mentalityAbility to use software for administrative and system functionsIn addition, you must be happy to live in a rural location at least Monday to Friday.
The client is understanding and flexible on schedules given the operating capacity of the facility is not compromised.What's in it for you?
My client is extremely big on retention of the right people, as such the package is very attractive.The successful applicant will be provided:Accommodation either provided or financially supportedA vehicle that is take home and fully maintainedLaptop and mobile phoneVery generous salary not contingent on bonus thresholds or similarA role that is autonomous, yet supportedFull operational control of the siteMulti faceted role that will see you engaged and making consistent progressVery experienced senior management support from the East CoastFurther progression opportunitiesMy client is open to applicants requiring sponsorship provided they have adequate skillset and experience coupled with robust communication skills.IRP is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, and people from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent.
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📌 Production / Site Manager - Yerecoin (Western Australia)
🏢 Industrial Recruitment Partners
📍 Western Australia