Industrial Operations Manager
Location: Rydalmere, NSW, Australia
Responsibilities
* Drive delivery and performance improvement across Industry and Projects through cross‐functional coordination.
* Execute UVX industrial strategy with focus on people, finances, and resources for short to long‐term goals.
* Cultivate accountability and commercial acumen by empowering key decision‐makers.
* Ensure staff safety, proper staffing, and clear control of manufacturing schedules and project forecasts.
* Support production units and UVX Projects through integrated Process Engineering, Supply Chain, and Industrial Operations.
* Lead HSE due diligence, risk reduction, and sustainability initiatives.
* Promote employee growth, LEAN practices, and continuous improvement.
* Represent Industry on‐site and enforce compliance with standards.
* Implement Business Continuity Management.
Qualifications
* Exceptional leader with relevant industry experience, communicator, and problem solver.
* Proven leadership in large‐scale operations, preferably in manufacturing or supply chain management.
* Experience in transformational change (e.g., LEAN, Industry 4.0, ERP system).
* Strong financial and operational acumen (CAPEX, budgeting, KPIs, Project Management).
* HSE leadership with a track record of driving safety culture.
* Stakeholder management (internal teams, suppliers, Defence customers).
* Strategic planning (business plans, roadmaps, industrial strategies).
* Bachelor's degree in production‐related engineering disciplines, Operations Management, Business, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
Benefits
* Competitive remuneration + Super + Bonus + Medical Insurance
* ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment
* Recognised leader in reservist employee support
* Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS
* Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)
* Modernised Paid Parental Leave
* Novated Lease options
* Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work
* Access to a network of the best people
Good to Know
Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre‐employment police and (role dependent) medical checks.
A NV 1 Defence security clearance is required for this role; applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.
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