Job Description

About the Role

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We are seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Manufacturing Transformation to lead the next stage of our manufacturing evolution.

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This is a strategic executive leadership position responsible for transforming our manufacturing operations into a world-class, digitally enabled, high-performance organisation. The successful candidate will lead operational excellence initiatives, modernise manufacturing systems, improve productivity and quality, and build a scalable manufacturing capability that supports the company's long-term growth.

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Working closely with Engineering, Operations, Procurement, Quality, and the Executive Team, you will drive continuous improvement while maintaining the flexibility, innovation, and customer focus that define our business

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Key Responsibilities

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As the Director of Manufacturing Transformation, you will:

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Manufacturing Strategy & Transformation

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- Develop and execute the company's long-term Manufacturing Transformation Strategy.
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- Create and maintain a Manufacturing Master Plan aligned with business objectives.
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- Lead organisation-wide manufacturing transformation initiatives.
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- Improve productivity, efficiency, and operational performance.
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- Increase manufacturing capacity and scalability.
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- Reduce manufacturing lead times and improve gross margins.
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- Establish world-class manufacturing standards and best practices.
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- Foster a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement.
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Operational Excellence

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- Design and implement robust manufacturing systems and processes.
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- Standardise production workflows, procedures, and documentation.
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- Improve production scheduling, capacity planning, and material flow.
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- Optimise factory layout and workstation design.
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- Lead Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and waste reduction initiatives.
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- Implement Root Cause Analysis and corrective action processes.
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Production Engineering & Industrialisation

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- Lead Design for Manufacture (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and Design for Test (DFT) initiatives.
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- Oversee New Product Introduction (NPI) and manufacturing readiness activities.
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- Improve manufacturing validation and process capability.
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- Drive product modularisation and assembly optimisation.
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- Partner with Engineering to ensure products are designed for efficient manufacturing without compromising quality or reliability.
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Digital Manufacturing

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- Lead the implementation and optimisation of ERP and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
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- Introduce barcode traceability and electronic work instructions.
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- Develop real-time production dashboards and reporting systems.
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- Implement digital quality management and manufacturing analytics.
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- Support Industry 4.0 and Smart Factory initiatives.
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Automation & Technology

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- Identify automation opportunities that improve productivity, quality, and safety.
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- Implement automated testing, digital inspection, production monitoring, and manufacturing data capture.
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- Evaluate robotics and semi-automated assembly solutions appropriate for a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment.
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Quality & Continuous Improvement

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- Work closely with Quality Assurance to improve manufacturing quality and reliability.
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- Improve First Pass Yield (FPY), reduce non-conformances, and support CAPA initiatives.
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- Drive supplier quality improvements and manufacturing audits.
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- Reduce warranty costs through process improvement and manufacturing excellence.
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Supply Chain & Procurement

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- Collaborate with Procurement to improve supplier performance and capability.
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- Support strategic sourcing and make-versus-buy decisions.
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- Improve inventory management and material availability.
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- Lead value engineering and cost reduction initiatives.
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Leadership & People Development

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- Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing manufacturing leadership team.
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- Coach Production Managers, Manufacturing Engineers, Supervisors, and Team Leaders.
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- Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
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- Lead organisational change through effective communication and stakeholder engagement.
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Performance Management

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- Develop and monitor manufacturing KPIs including:
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- Productivity
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- Cost of Goods Sold (COGS)
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- Labour efficiency
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- First Pass Yield (FPY)
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- On-time delivery
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- Manufacturing lead time
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- Capacity utilisation
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- Inventory turns
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- Supplier performance
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- Warranty costs
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- Present monthly strategic performance reports and improvement plans to the Executive Leadership Team.
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Qualifications

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Essential

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- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.
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- Minimum 15 years' experience in manufacturing leadership, including senior management roles.
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- Demonstrated success leading large-scale manufacturing transformation programs.
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- Strong experience in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement.
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- Proven experience implementing ERP and MES systems.
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- Experience in production engineering, industrialisation, and New Product Introduction (NPI).
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- Solid commercial and financial acumen.
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- Excellent leadership, coaching, and stakeholder management skills.
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Preferred

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- MBA or Master's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations,



or Business.
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- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (or equivalent).
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- PMP or other project management certification.
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- Experience with Industry 4.0, Digital Manufacturing, Smart Factory technologies, and manufacturing automation.
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Highly Desirable Industry Experience

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Experience in one or more of the following industries:

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- Power Electronics
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- Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
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- UPS Systems
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- Renewable Energy
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- Industrial Electrical Equipment
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- Defence Manufacturing
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- Mining Equipment
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- High-Reliability Electronics
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- Heavy Industrial Manufacturing
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- Advanced Manufacturing
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What We're Looking For

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We are looking for a transformational leader who is:

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- Strategic and commercially focused.
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- Practical and hands-on.
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- Systems-oriented and highly organised.
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- Analytical and data-driven.
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- Passionate about manufacturing excellence.
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- A strong mentor and people developer.
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- Comfortable leading organisational change.
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- Collaborative and capable of influencing across all levels of the business.
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- Calm under pressure with excellent decision-making skills.
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Success in This Role

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Within your first 12 months, you will be expected to:

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- Complete a Manufacturing Maturity Assessment.
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- Develop a five-year Manufacturing Transformation Roadmap.
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- Standardise manufacturing processes across production areas.
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- Establish factory-wide KPIs and executive dashboards.
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- Improve manufacturing productivity by at least 15%.
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- Reduce manufacturing lead times by at least 20%.
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- Support ERP and MES optimisation.
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- Introduce digital manufacturing and barcode traceability.
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- Improve product standardisation and modularisation.
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- Strengthen the manufacturing leadership team through coaching and development.
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Why Join Us?

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This is an exceptional opportunity to lead the transformation of a growing Australian manufacturer at the forefront of advanced power electronics and battery energy storage solutions. As the Director of Manufacturing Transformation , you will play a pivotal role in shaping the company's manufacturing strategy, driving operational excellence, and building a world-class, digitally enabled manufacturing organisation.

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You will work alongside a highly experienced leadership team, influence strategic business decisions, and lead initiatives that enhance productivity, quality, innovation, and long-term business growth. Your expertise will directly contribute to delivering reliable, high-performance energy solutions that support industries across Australia and international markets.

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If you are a visionary and results-driven manufacturing leader with a passion for operational excellence, digital transformation, continuous improvement, and developing high-performing teams, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of advanced manufacturing.

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