Operations Manager

About the role

ARC (The Australian Reinforcing Company) has a fantastic opportunity at our Newcastle site for an Operations Manager. In this role, you’ll ensure the smooth and efficient running of NSW’s largest manufacturing operation, with a strong focus on safety and achieving production targets.

Reporting directly to the NSW Area Manager, this position is perfect for someone looking to expand and enhance their skills in a dynamic and challenging setting.

Your priorities include:
 

• Full operational responsibility for production and logistics planning and service execution targets for the site
• Empowering the team to champion a strong safety culture is paramount
• Managing and mentoring the operations team, promoting a high-performing culture through clear accountability setting 
• Identify process improvement and cost efficiencies 
• Maintenance planning and improvements to improve reliability and increase machine output 
• Promote customer centric values to ensure exceptional customer experience 
• Proactively manage inventory to reduce waste and maximize EBIT performance
• As part of a broader leadership group, contribute to and influence site and area based strategic P&L decisions 

You will be a strategic leader with an innovative mindset, problem-solving and effective communication skills. It is important that you are an autonomous manager, who prioritises a strong safety culture and continuous development of the operational team.

You will have the following skills:
 

• Ability to drive a high-performance culture in operations
• Exposure to production and maintenance planning
• Steel, Building products or Industrial manufacturing experience is desirable
• Experience managing a heavily unionised team 
• Strong understanding of Safety Systems

Key Benefits

Below are some of our key central benefits that are available to InfraBuild employees. Other benefits may be available depending on your role or site.
 

• Generous parental leave: 20 weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks paid Partner Leave for those who have worked at the business for at least 12 months. The company also provides superannuation contributions for the Primary Carer during the period of unpaid parental leave for eligible employees (limitations apply).
• Access to long service leave after 5 years: Employees who are not covered by an Enterprise Agreement can access accrued Long Service Leave (LSL) at the rate of 1.3 weeks per year of service after 5 years continuous service.
• Employee Benefits Program: discounts for employees, friends and family on a huge selection of products and services from a variety of brands including Samsung, Coles, Harvey Norman, Village Cinemas, Dick Smith, Vodafone, Thrifty and many more.
• Accessible learning available to everyone: InfraBuild Learn360 provides every InfraBuild employee (whatever your role or career aspirations) with self-directed learning opportunities, supported by a variety of resources to help enhance the impact of your learning.
• Corporate rates for private health insurance: Nib Health Insurance offers discounted cover for employees.

About Us

The Australian Reinforcing Company (ARC) is a local supplier of steel reinforcing that Australians have trusted for more than 100 years. With a proud history of innovation, supported by the largest branch distribution network in Australia, ARC provides a localised service adapted to our communities, towns & cities from Tasmania to Townsville, and everywhere in between.
 

ARC is a brand of InfraBuild, Australia’s leading integrated steel manufacturing, distribution and recycling business, making steel using our electric arc furnaces. InfraBuild provides solutions for commercial and residential construction, large scale and nation-building infrastructure as well as our primary producers and rural sectors.  With ambitions to be carbon neutral by 2030, each day we help build futures through sustainable steel.

Why Work Here?

We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry.
 

• Work with a greater purpose: Join us in the pursuit of a sustainable future as we progress our ambition to become carbon-neutral. You will contribute to a legacy that not only helps to build our nation but sustains our environment for future generations. Embrace a culture where differences are celebrated, innovation is embraced and valuing everyone's unique perspectives contributes to our transformation.
   
• Work well - live better: We understand the importance of working in an environment which supports you to balance your personal and professional life. Experience a culture which values you as a whole person - where family extends to the workplace and your well-being matters. You’ll thrive not only in your career with us, but beyond.
   
• Build your own future: Step into a culture where every day is an opportunity to grow, and where driving your own development is not just encouraged; it's expected. You’ll be empowered to take the wheel of your learning journey and uncover your potential. The possibilities are limitless.

We invite you to forge your career in a workplace where passion meets purpose, wellbeing is nurtured and the opportunity to thrive is in your hands.
 

It is our ambition at InfraBuild to cultivate an inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage candidates from all cultural backgrounds, genders, orientations, age groups, and abilities to apply. Your diversity is our strength in creating sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia's tomorrow.

Agencies should note that unsolicited resumes will not be accepted to this position, and GFG will not pay any fees related to resumes that are submitted directly to hiring managers and not through our approved processes.

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.