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Factory supervisor

Melbourne
Hays
Posted: 3 February
Offer description

Join an industry leader, in a state-of-the-art facility, working on exciting commercial shopfitting projects.

Your new company

Based in the South-East, this leading fit-out company is seeking an experienced Factory Supervisor to join their team on a full-time basis, to aid in delivering a high quality and comprehensive portfolio of full design and build services to their customers. Specialising in commercial projects, they have an established end-to-end delivery service, coupled with a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility to produce high quality joinery. With over 25 years' experience within the Shopfitting and Joinery industry, they've built their reputation as an industry leader, and as a major player in the fit-out of the retail, hospitality, beauty, hotel, leisure and recreation fields. With a strong pipeline of projects in store for 2026, and consistent workflow, they need someone to jump on board and hit the ground running

Your new role

Your day-to-day tasks will include:

* Oversee all joinery jobs on the factory floor, ensuring each project, from cutting and machinery through to assembly and finishing, meets delivery deadlines.
* Review and prioritise job tasks, assigning work to cabinet makers, assemblers and machinists, based on skill level and current production requirements.
* Monitor progress across all stages of joinery production, including CNC routing, panel cutting, edge banding, assembly, and hand-finishing, reporting of any updates or delays.
* Lead and support a team of approximately 20 people, maintaining workflow, resolving issues on the floor, and upholding high quality standards.
* Conduct quality checks on joinery components and finished products, ensuring work complies with plans, drawings, and customer specifications, addressing defects promptly.
* Ensure the safe and efficient operation of equipment such as CNC, panel saws, sanders, and assembly tools and arrange maintenance or repairs as required.
* Monitor material usage, and liaise with stores or procurement for replenishment.
* Support onboarding and training for new employees, including safe machinery operation, factory processes, and outlining quality expectations.
* Promote a clean, safe, and well-organised work environment, enforcing PPE requirements and assisting with safety inspections and incident reporting.

What you'll need to succeed

Their commitment to excellence and innovation has established them as a trusted partner in the construction sector, and as such, they are seeking a proactive and detailed-orientated Factory Supervisor to oversee and coordinate their shopfitting projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in a similar role, with a proven track record of leading a team in a fast-paced environment.

To be successful you must display:

* Proven experience as a Factory Supervisor (ideally in the Commercial Joinery/Shopfitting Industry).
* Background as a qualified carpenter/joiner is highly beneficial.
* Have a strong understanding of joinery techniques, materials, and construction methods with an ability to read and understand shop drawings.
* Excellent communication and time management skills.
* The ability to multitask and prioritise tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong computer skills.

What you'll get in return

Benefits include: the opportunity to work for an industry leader, a competitive salary commensurate with experience, opportunities for growth and professional development, and working in a supportive and collaborative environment on exciting projects.

What you need to do now

If you are interested in applying for this role, please send an updated CV to or phone Helena on for more details.

*Please note: only shortlisted candidates with relevant industry experience will be contacted.

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