Permanent Full Time Position
Newly Created Role
Fantastic Team Environment
An exciting opportunity to apply your mechanical expertise and leadership abilities in a Site Manager role.
Your new company
Hays Recruitment our proud to be partnering with Macquarie Oils in the search for a Site Manager. A respected canola processing operation producing high‑quality canola oil from their Cressy based facility, they have a small and dedicated hands‑on team and operate within a highly technical plant environment where versatility, teamwork and strong leadership are essential. As the business continues to grow, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Site Manager to join their team and take responsibility for the safe and efficient running of the site.
Your new role
As Site Manager, you will oversee the day‑to‑day operation of the plant across three rotating shifts. You will provide leadership and support to a small team of shift operators, ensuring production targets are achieved while maintaining plant reliability, safety and compliance. This is a hands‑on leadership role requiring strong mechanical aptitude, experience with automated processing systems and the confidence to troubleshoot issues in a fast‑paced environment. You will work closely with operations, maintenance and contractors to ensure the plant operates smoothly around the clock.
What you'll need to succeed
To be considered for this role, you'll need:
HR truck licence
Strong mechanical and maintenance skills
Experience in a process plant or industrial environment
Ability to operate and troubleshoot PLC‑based automation
Strong organisational, communication and people management skills
Demonstrated initiative and sound decision‑making ability
OHS awareness and a current First Aid Certificate
Flexibility to work across different functional areas
Ideally, you will also have experience in food processing, oilseed crushing or similar industries and leadership experience in a 24‑hour production environment.
What you'll get in return
You'll join a close‑knit team where your contribution is valued and your leadership makes a real impact. This is an opportunity to take ownership of site operations within a supportive, team‑focused environment and play a key role in the performance and ongoing success of the facility. A salary package will be negotiated with the successful candidate dependent on skills and experience.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. For further information regarding this role or for a private discussion regarding similar roles, please contact Sharon Brewer on