Job Description

Location: Penrith Area, Western Sydney   
Salary: $150k - $180k + Super (Negotiable) 
Role Highlights:  This is not your typical 'BAU' leadership role - this is growth in motion. If you’ve worked in steel manufacturing and love leading & developing teams in fast-paced, gritty environments where you can make an impact, this could be your next big opportunity.

Role Overview

The General Manager has been wearing two hats for too long. That’s where you come in. You’ll take over full responsibility for Production and Warehouse operations, with a growing and loyal team who are hungry for guidance and structure.

The role is challenging – the business is going through substantial growth and change, there are systems still being built, processes that need to be improved - but the rewards are significant. 
You’ll have direct exposure to the senior leadership team and the chance to help shape the future of a business that genuinely backs its people.

• Oversee machine operations, production scheduling, warehousing, logistics, and purchasing
• Work closely with supervisors to develop team capability and drive continuous improvement
• Ensure compliance with QHSE standards and maintain product quality
• Oversee / Lead maintenance planning and machine optimisation (Schnell, MEP, or similar)
• Coach and mentor your team and ensure safety and performance metrics are met
• Manage inbound materials and transport logistics (including in-house fleet)
• Develop and provide regular operational reporting to the GM
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and growth

Candidate Profile 

We’re looking for a steel manufacturing leader with grit and people smarts. You know what it’s like to work in reinforced steel manufacturing plant. You’ve been around machinery, understand operational bottlenecks, and thrive in dynamic environments.
You lead by example, you know how to get buy-in, and you’ve got the sleeves-up mindset it takes to earn the respect of the team and drive results.

You’ll need:

• Steel/Rebar Industry experience - knowledge of industry machinery (e.g. rolling / bending machines, Schnell, MEP systems)
• Demonstrated manufacturing leadership experience 
• Strong people leadership skills - developing, coaching, and managing diverse teams
• Experience in logistics, inventory, stock control and transport
• Ability to work closely with stakeholders and lead change in a fast-moving environment
• Strong focus on continuous improvement, optimisation, and leading by example

Does this sound like you?

Culture & Benefits 

From humble beginnings, they are now over 70 x staff strong and credit their success to their people, customers and continuous focus on improvements. There is still plenty of work to do, hence we are looking for someone who compliments these values and is ready to get involved and make a impact.  

You’ll be part of a close-knit, down-to-earth team that values loyalty, hard work, and opportunity. 
There’s no corporate fluff - just real people, doing real work, building something great.

• Be part of a growth story with tangible career development – take over the operational functions from the GM
• Join a company that invests in its people and provides long-term development opportunities
• Actively involved with charities, sporting events and community initiatives
• Sustainability focused, colobrative and a team driven culture 
• Location: Penrith region, Western Sydney with parking onsite.
• Salary: $150k - $180k + Super (Negotiable) 
• Be part of the future with plans for a new purpose-built manufacturing facility, still in the same area.
• Be the conduit between your operational teams and senior leadership.  Actively involved in senior leadership discussions and strategy, production, supporting & developing your team, and looking at improvements, hence the importance of experience with reinforced steel 

Apply 

If this sounds like you, please send your resume by clicking the “apply” link below. The reference number for this role is CD56221. Please allow for 3 - 5 working days for us to process all the applications. All applicants will receive feedback from us, either via email or a telephone call.