Plant Manager - Gympie

About The Role

We’re seeking an experienced Plant Manager to join our Austral Masonry facility in Gympie, Queensland. Reporting to the SEQ Operations Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring maximum operational efficiency and continual improvement of all personnel, systems and the plant at Gympie. You will oversee the activities within the plant to optimise the use of resources, minimise costs and maintain safety, quality and customer service standards.

Duties include but are not limited to

• Ensure a safe working environment and make sure the plant complies with WHS requirements, relevant legislation, and environmental standards, while actively improving safety performance.
• Plan and run day-to-day plant operations to meet production targets, business goals, and longer-term capacity needs.
• Oversee production scheduling, preventative maintenance, raw material supply, inventory levels, and general site systems.
• Manage budgets, including capital expenditure, to ensure the plant runs efficiently and within financial targets.
• Drive improvements in production efficiency, product quality, cost control, and overall site performance.
• Manage procurement, warehousing, stock control, and distribution of finished goods to ensure smooth operations.
• Monitor product quality and production output to ensure everything meets required specifications, with authority to stop production if standards are not being met and escalate issues when needed.
• Lead and support the team, including training and development, promoting strong working relationships across the workforce and unions, and supporting new product development where required.

Success Requirements

• Trade qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, Engineering or related field (desirable).
• Experience managing or supervising a production or plant operations team in a manufacturing environment.
• Formal training in WHS or production/operations management (advantageous)
• At least 5-10 years’ experience in manufacturing.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with teams and stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven leadership experience, with the ability to manage, develop, and motivate teams in a hands-on operational environment.
• Solid problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, evaluate options, and implement practical solutions.
• Experience managing production plans and delivering work to meet operational targets, timelines, and quality standards.
• Confident using systems and software such as ERP platforms (e.g., JDE, MEX) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, including experience managing budgets, capital expenditure, and P&L performance.

Why join us?

• Charitable Partnership: Proudly support Children’s Cancer Institute (CCI).
• Inclusivity: We value diversity and maintain an inclusive workplace.
• Family Support: Enjoy our company parental leave scheme.
• Recognition: Celebrate success with Employee of the Year and Values Recognition Programs.
• Growth: Ongoing education, training, and career progression opportunities for all employees.
• Support: Access support programs for you and your family through our EAP provider.
• Discounts: Product Discounts are provided for staff and family and friends of staff.

Who We Are

Under the Brickworks Building Products umbrella are some of the world’s best-known building material brands. Recognised globally as leading manufacturers of quality building products, our brands continue to build their reputation for delivering top quality. We lead through style and product innovation, creating materials for beautiful environments.

With a broad product portfolio of manufacturing and sales facilities across Australia and North America, Brickworks Building Products is uniquely placed to service the demands of the building industry.

Austral Masonry provides the workhorses of the construction industry with a collection of masonry blocks, pavers and retaining walls used in residential and commercial construction. By adding oxides and coloured sands to our mix of raw materials, we produce products with contemporary colours, textures and appeal.

How To Apply

You will need to be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent resident to apply.

Submit your resume and cover letter via the “Apply” button.

For more information about Brickworks please visit our website https://www.brickworks.com.au/

Brickworks does not accept unsolicited applications from employment agencies.