Manufacturing Systems Manager - Melbourne

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 business.

Reporting to the Head of Information Technology, the Manufacturing Systems Manager is responsible for leading the strategic planning, implementation, operation, and continuous improvement of Manufacturing Systems platforms across the organisation.

As a key member of the IT Leadership Team, this role will ensure the effective alignment of Manufacturing Systems capabilities with business needs, drive standardisation across manufacturing sites, and support operational excellence, digital transformation, and Industry

What you will be doing:

• Develop and lead the Manufacturing Systems/MES strategy and roadmap, ensuring alignment with business and IT objectives while maximising ROI and minimising disruption.
• Act as the key liaison between operations and IT, ensuring systems meet production, quality, compliance, and governance requirements.
• Ensure Manufacturing Systems are secure, reliable, scalable, and integrated with ERP, SCADA, PLC, and other OT/IT platforms, while governing system lifecycle and change control.
• Monitor and continuously improve system performance, support, and user adoption, ensuring issues are resolved within service levels and performance meets business expectations.
• Lead end-to-end delivery of Manufacturing Systems projects, ensuring scope, budget, timelines, and IT change management standards are achieved across multiple sites.
• Build and develop a high-performing team, fostering accountability, continuous learning, and innovation.
• Ensure compliance and manage risk, maintaining regulatory, cybersecurity, and data integrity standards while proactively addressing system-related risks.

Why this role matters:

Manufacturing Systems are at the heart of InfraBuild’s operations, enabling safe, reliable, and efficient production across our manufacturing network. As InfraBuild continues its digital transformation journey, this role is critical in modernising and standardising Manufacturing Execution Systems, driving greater visibility, automation, and operational performance across our sites.

Key initiatives include:

• Modernise and standardise Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) across all manufacturing sites.
• Drive Industry 4.0 initiatives through automation, AI, analytics, and smart manufacturing technologies.
• Integrate MES, ERP, SCADA, and PLC platforms to enable connected, data-driven operations.
• Enhance operational performance, cybersecurity, compliance, and system reliability across the manufacturing network.

Primary Benefits:

We offer a range of benefits designed to support you at work and beyond:

• Paid parental leave that goes further - 20 weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks Partner Leave, plus superannuation contributions during unpaid leave (eligibility applies)
• Health cover at discounted rates - Access corporate rates with nib Health Insurance to support you and your family
• Flexible vehicle options - Novated leasing options available, providing a tax-effective way to finance and manage your vehicle

What you will bring:

• Over 10 years of experience in Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), SCADA, and PLC systems within complex manufacturing environments.
• Advanced experience with design, implementation, maintenance, administration and support of Manufacturing Execution and Control Systems.
• Strong knowledge of Industry 4.0, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence, with a focus on practical application.
• Ability to understand customer requirements and communicate clearly with diverse stakeholders.
• Commitment to IT standards and industry best practices to ensure quality and compliance.
• Proven leadership and team management experience in delivering complex technical solutions.
• Highly developed problem-solving, organisational, and time management skills, with the ability to work independently and continuously improve

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 is Australia’s leading integrated steel manufacturing, distribution and recycling business.

We operate a circular steel model, recycling scrap into new steel and supplying products that support construction, infrastructure and industry across the country.

Our focus is simple. Help customers build more efficiently, with locally made steel and lower embodied carbon solutions.

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.