Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close this advertisement at any time.Cochlear's mission is to help people hear and be heard. As the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, Cochlear is dedicated to helping people with moderate to profound hearing loss experience a world full of sound. We aim to transform the way people understand and treat hearing loss and innovate to connect people with future technologies. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people's lives. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping more people to experience a lifetime of hearing.The OpportunityWe are seeking a Director, Manufacturing Operations to lead and evolve manufacturing operations at our Brisbane site. This newly created role is responsible for leading and managing manufacturing and engineering (manufacturing support) department to deliver short to mid-term targets in line with the overall Australia manufacturing to the VP, Manufacturing Australia, you will lead a complex manufacturing and an engineering department. balancing operational performance with long-term transformation. You will be instrumental in shaping the future of manufacturing at Cochlear, driving improvements across capacity, cost, quality, and delivery, partnering cross-department ally to industrialise new products and technologies, and building an engaged, high-performing workforce.Key Responsibilities:Lead Manufacturing OperationsLead and develop a multi-layered manufacturing and engineering department, strengthening leadership capability across teamsDeliver operational outcomes across people, quality, capacity, customer service, and costOwn department al performance, including financial outcomes, headcount, and resource allocationDrive Operational Performance & ScaleDevelop and execute capacity plans that respond to changing demand while improving agility and cost efficiencyAnticipate and manage risks to volume, quality, and cost in close partnership with cross-departmental stakeholdersDrive consistent deployment of operational excellence initiatives across the siteLead Transformation & Continuous ImprovementLead large-scale manufacturing and improvement initiatives, embedding lean and continuous improvement practices across the operationLift yield, productivity, and cost performance through structured improvement programsShape manufacturing and engineering strategy and contribute to the transformation roadmap manufacturing strategy and contribute to the transformation roadmapEnable New Product IntroductionPartner with R&D, Quality, and Engineering to transition new technologies and products into manufacturingEnsure successful industrialisation with a strong focus on ramp-up, yield, and cost outcomesBuild People & CultureDevelop and execute a talent strategy that supports long-term site capability, succession, and growthCoach and develop leaders to build a high-performing, accountable cultureFoster an inclusive, safe, and collaborative environment aligned with Cochlear's valuesWhat Makes This Opportunity Unique?At Cochlear, you'll join a global organisation where purpose and performance go hand in hand. This role offers the opportunity to lead in a highly sophisticated manufacturing environment, influence transformation at scale, and make a visible impact on both business outcomes and people's lives. You'll also be supported to grow your own career while developing the leaders and teams around you.About YouTo succeed in this role, you will bring the credibility, leadership depth, and operational judgement to lead in a complex, regulated environment while driving meaningful change.You are an accomplished manufacturing leader with a strong track record of delivering results in complex, highly regulated environments. You combine operational excellence with transformation capability, and you know how to lead large teams, influence across departments, and create the conditions for sustained performance.Experience & ExpertiseSignificant experience in precision manufacturing, medical devices, or other highly regulated industries, working within operational management, including Manufacturing and Engineering departments, leading teams of more than 150Planning and executing short to medium (1-3 years) operational strategies delivering impactful changeDemonstrated success delivering large-scale transformation and continuous improvement programsStrong commercial acumen, including a clear understanding of manufacturing cost drivers, productivity, and operational trade-offsExperience embedding lean methodologies and operational excellence at site levelA strong track record supporting new product introduction and industrialisation in manufacturing environmentsLeadership CapabilitiesProven ability to lead and develop people managers, building strong, engaged, and capable teamsStrong problem-solving and decision-making capability in complex operational environmentsAbility to influence and collaborate effectively across department s and senior stakeholder groupsDemonstrated experience leading through change, ambiguity, and transformationIf you feel that you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role and take on new challenges to build your career with Cochlear, please start your application by clicking the apply button below.#CochlearCareersHow we recognise your contributionAt Cochlear we value and welcome the unique contributions, perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds of our employees and aim to build a culture that celebrates and leverages these differences, creating a sense of belonging and enabling our people to realise their full potential. Through our internal programs and employee benefits, we aim to create an environment where our people will feel value and supported. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or simply finding an environment which enables you to thrive whilst balancing family or personal life commitments, then we have several programs in place to support you.For more information about Life at Cochlear, visit www.cochlearcareers.com
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