The Company This well-established Australian manufacturer has a strong heritage in supplying engineered solutions to the utilities and broader industrial processing sectors. With a longstanding presence in regional Victoria, the business integrates local manufacturing, repair services, and custom-built projects to deliver tailored outcomes for its clients. In line with its growth strategy, the company has recently expanded its operations through the acquisition of additional land to develop a new manufacturing and innovation hub—reinforcing its reputation as a progressive and future-focused industry leader. The Role Reporting directly to the Managing Director and working as part of the executive team, the Operations Manager will: Oversee all aspects of workshop, fabrication, and operational performance Drive production capability and continuous improvement initiatives Balance strategic oversight with practical, hands-on leadership on the factory floor Support the company through an exciting period of expansion, innovation, and transformation This role sits above the Workshop Manager and requires a pragmatic, solutions-focused leader who can engage with trade-qualified teams while also managing executive-level responsibilities. Requirements We are seeking a candidate who brings: Senior leadership experience in fabrication, manufacturing, or industrial operations Proven ability to lead trade-qualified teams and production staff Strong commercial acumen with oversight of budgets, KPIs, and operational efficiency Experience driving change, process improvement, and cultural alignment The ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, evolving environments Stakeholder management experience, ideally within private or family-owned businesses Pragmatic problem-solving skills and a hands-on leadership style Engineering qualifications (advantageous, though not essential - practical experience valued highly) Contact Please call Eugene Lane-Mullins on 0435 914 485 or email e.lane-mullins@aspectpersonnel.com.au to discuss this role or any other positions in more detail.
