Operations Lead
About the role
Join a 2026 AFR BOSS Best Places to Work Gold Winner and 2026 Sustainability Champion recognised by the World Steel Association. Play a key role in shaping our performance across our InfraBuild Reinforcing business.
InfraBuild Reinforcing has two newly created opportunities for ambitious and capable Operations Leads to join our Sunshine manufacturing team - one on day shift and one on afternoon shift. These hands‑on roles form part of our production leadership group, working closely with the Operations Supervisor and broader site operations to deliver safe, efficient, and high quality production outcomes.
As an Operations Lead, you will play a key role in coordinating day to day production activities and supporting the Operations Supervisor in meeting operational targets. You will contribute to managing people, equipment, and process performance while gaining exposure to the full scope of site leadership responsibilities.
What you will be doing:
- Support daily production planning, workflow, and problem solving across the shift
- Uphold safety and quality standards, actively promoting a safety first culture
- Assist with resource allocation, team coordination, and performance tracking
- Contribute to Lean, Six Sigma, and process improvement activities
- Partner with maintenance, logistics, and engineering teams to ensure smooth operations
- Take ownership of projects that drive efficiency, automation, and continuous improvement
You will be rewarded with:
- Permanent, full-time hours with job security
- Participation in quarterly company Bonus
- Team environment with strong safety culture
- Career progression opportunities
Primary Benefits:
We offer a range of benefits designed to support you at work and beyond:
- Health cover at discounted rates - Access corporate rates with nib Health Insurance to support you and your family
- Everyday savings - Access a wide range of employee discounts across major brands including retail, travel and lifestyle
- Support when you need it - Confidential counselling and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Sonder, available to you and your immediate family
What you will bring:
- Strong experience in manufacturing, production or industrial operations - automotive, food or steel background highly regarded
- A proactive solutions oriented mindset with a passion for people leadership sand process excellence
- Understanding of Lean principles or exposure to continuous improvement initiatives
- Excellent communication and organisation skills with the ability to influence across all levels of the business
- Confident using Microsoft Office and production data systems
- A genuine desire to learn, grow and develop into a senior leadership role
Why join us?
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 on our pursuit of a sustainable future and contribute to our nation’s legacy.
- Work well, live better – experience a safe, supportive and inclusive environment which values you as a whole person and where wellbeing matters.
- Build their own future – grow and drive your own development to grow your skills. Everyday is an opportunity to grow.
About us
InfraBuild Reinforcing partners with builders, engineers and contractors to deliver smarter reinforcing solutions across Australia’s major projects.
From high-rise buildings to transport infrastructure, we help improve buildability, reduce material use and support lower embodied carbon outcomes through our integrated steel supply chain.
How to apply
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.
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Your diversity helps us create more sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia’s future.
We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.