Thales Yarrawonga, New South Wales, Australia
Industrial Manager
We are looking for an experienced Industrial Manager to drive operational success at our Mulwala facility, producing high‑quality propellants and explosives.
Responsibilities
* Implement the industrial strategy, managing resources for short‑, medium‑, and long‑term goals.
* Oversee production of propellants, explosives, and ammunition, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance.
* Ensure industrial assets meet current and future needs.
* Propose appropriate CAPEX through the Industrial Process Engineering team.
* Develop and implement a Business Continuity Management (BCM) strategy to ensure operational resilience during disruptions.
* Champion HSE compliance, minimise risks, and drive sustainability initiatives.
* Prioritise worker safety and environmental stewardship.
Your Experience
* Senior leadership experience within industrial, manufacturing, or defence sectors, with a track record of successfully managing multidisciplinary teams.
* Demonstrated ability to inspire, mentor, and develop high‑performing teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
* Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.
* Tertiary qualification in business, engineering, project management or related field; ability to obtain IPMA Certification.
* Experience leading teams through operational changes, implementing strategies to drive efficiency, safety, and innovation in high‑stakes environments.
* Ideally familiarity with propellants, explosives, or munitions manufacturing.
Benefits
* Competitive remuneration, super, bonus and medical insurance.
* ThalesFlex – hybrid work environment.
* Recognised leader in reservist employee support.
* Veterans leave.
* Fitness Passport discount – access to a network of gyms across Australia.
* 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.
* Personal & professional training development opportunities.
* Sonder – wellbeing & support partner.
* Access to a network of the best people (a Nobel Prize winner on our staff list).
* And much more.
Good to Know
Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre‑employment police and role‑dependent medical checks.
Defence security clearance is required for this role; applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.
Individuals holding a current clearance from a foreign government may be eligible for recognition by the Australian Government.
The Australian Defence Trade Controls Act (DTCA) and related international regulations such as ITAR and EAR may impact suitability.
We are committed to supporting a diverse workplace and are proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women.
Seniority level
* Not Applicable
Employment type
* Full time
Job function
* Management and manufacturing
Industries
* Aviation and aerospace component manufacturing
* Defense and space manufacturing
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