Operations Supervisor

About the role

Reporting to the Operations Manager, this role is responsible for leading a motivated team, driving safe and efficient production, and implementing smart, innovative processes that shape the way we work.

Working collaboratively with the Afternoon Shift Operations Supervisor you will ensure seamless continuity, standardise work practices, and align performance outcomes across both shifts. This is a genuine opportunity to position yourself as the next Operations Manager by demonstrating strong leadership, operational excellence, and cultural impact.

Whether your background is in steel, food, automotive, or another manufacturing environment, this role is perfect for leaders who thrive on turning challenges into smarter, faster, and safer production outcomes whilst driving a positive high performing culture.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and inspire the day shift team to achieve and exceed safety, quality, and production KPIs
• Drive a positive, continuous improvement and safety focused culture
• Standardise work practices to improve consistency, efficiency, and reliability
• Partner closely with the Afternoon Shift Operations Supervisor to ensure alignment, communication, and operational continuity
• Drive process improvement initiatives, including Lean, Six Sigma, automation projects, and creative problem solving approaches
• Oversee workforce planning, training, and competency development
• Manage costs and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reliability
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering and logistics teams to optimise overall site performance

What we’re looking for:

• A highly driven leader who is focused on achieving KPIs and delivering results
• Proven leadership experience in manufacturing, food, automotive, or industrial environments
• A strong track record in coaching, change management, and driving measurable performance improvements
• Demonstrated ability to build a positive, safety focused and continuous improvement culture
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence across all levels of the business
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast paced environment
• Creative, solutions focused mindset who challenges the status quo
• Confident using Microsoft Office and production data systems
• Experience in the steel reinforcing industry is desirable but not essential
  
  

Join a motivated leadership team that values autonomy, accountability, and professional growth. This is your opportunity to lead a high-performing day shift team, drive meaningful operational improvements, and position yourself as a future Operations Manager within our Sunshine operations.

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.
• Corporate rates for private health insurance: Nib Health Insurance offers discounted cover for employees.

About us

InfraBuild is Australia’s leading integrated steel manufacturing, distribution and recycling business, making steel using our electric arc furnaces. We provide 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.

InfraBuild Reinforcing is the trusted reinforcing solutions supplier to major infrastructure and mega projects across Australia. From high-rises that shape our cities' skylines to transport projects that redefine how commuters navigate them, we partner with Australia's trusted construction companies to deliver projects that define our nation.

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 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.

We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.