Factory Manager

• Drive full operational and financial management of Factory, coordinating resources to achieve optimal quality, production volume, safety and financial outcomes as aligned with the business objectives to improve production deliverables and achieve sales and market share target levels
• Full Profit & Loss accountability for the factory operations
• Preparation and management of annual budgets and forecasts
• Monitoring and control of production costs, labour costs, and material usage
• Identification and implementation of cost reduction initiatives
• Reporting financial and operational performance
• Inventory and working capital management for production materials
• Factory, ISO, and other 3rd Party operational guidelines compliance
• Ensuring compliance with workplace safety and environmental standards
• Implementation of efficient production processes and procedures
• Supporting product development and new model introduction
• Application and implementation of ANZEN and KAIZEN programs with tangible benefits realization
• Supporting ongoing staff training and development initiatives
• Customer Delight is underpinned by service delivery and reliability
• Investigating and resolving quality issues and warranty claims

• Minimum Bachelor Degree Qualified in Engineering (Mechanical or Naval) and/or Business/Management
• Trade or Certificate relating to FRP production desirable but not essential
• Marine Drivers License (Commercial or Recreational)
• Manual Drivers License
• 5+ years experience as a Factory Manager or Production Manager
• Expert Knowledge and experience in Occupational Health and Safety
• Expert knowledge on Safe Handling and Operation of Marine Craft
• Expert financial, budget planning and business acumen
• Strong computer literacy & working knowledge of MS Suite
• Use of CAD software knowledge desirable
• Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills with specific attention to detail
• Strong organizing, planning and coordination experience to achieve objectives
• Demonstrable vendor/supplier engagement, relationship and network building skills and experience
• Experience leading a large team and possess excellent team building, leadership & managerial skills
• Critical & strategic thinking with the ability to work with & interpret data analytically
• Anticipates & responds to organizational customer requirements and drives a collaborative approach to problem resolution

• Trade or Certificate relating to FRP production
• Use of CAD software knowledge

Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience