Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Manager/Engineer

Peoplebank; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Employee share purchase

Life and income protection insurance

Flexible work arrangements

Parental leave

Learning and certification support

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Peoplebank is seeking an MES Manager/Engineer in Melbourne for a permanent, full-time position. You will implement, configure and support Manufacturing Execution Systems across industries, helping clients optimise production and drive digital transformation.

The role involves requirements gathering, design, and ongoing support in an international project team environment. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of MES experience, strong manufacturing process knowledge, and excellent English

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' MES implementation and support experience.
• Experience with MES platforms and integration.
• Strong analytical and requirements gathering skills.
• Excellent English communication.

Responsibilities

• Implement, configure, and support MES solutions.
• Lead end-to-end MES deployments across industries.
• Gather requirements and design MES solutions.
• Provide ongoing maintenance and client support.

Skills

MES experience

Manufacturing processes

Production scheduling

System integration

Analytical skills

English communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Job description

Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Manager/Engineer

Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Manager/Engineer Melbourne Permanent, Full Time Long-term career growth opportunity

Opportunity Overview

We are expanding our Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) practice and are currently looking for MES professionalsto join our growing team. We have open positionsacross multiple levels from Analyst to Manager.

If you are interested in supporting manufacturing transformation projects, what we are offering here is an exciting opportunity to work with industry-leading MES solutions and international clients.

Our team delivers end-to-end MES implementations, covering business process assessment, requirements gathering, solution design, configuration, development, testing, deployment, and ongoing support. The solutions we implement help manufacturers optimize production processes, improve operational efficiency, ensure product quality, and accelerate digital transformation initiatives.

As an MES Specialist, you will become part of our MOM (Manufacturing Operations Management) Delivery team, working on complex manufacturing projects across a variety of industries. Depending on your experience and expertise, you will contribute to the implementation, enhancement, integration, and support of leading MES platforms.

We are looking for ambitious and self-motivated professionals who enjoy solving complex business and technical challenges, working with new technologies, and helping clients improve their manufacturing operations.

Qualification/Skills

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production operations, and industrial shop-floor environments
• Deep understanding of Discrete Manufacturing processes, Quality Management, Material Management, Traceability and Geanology, Work Order Management and Production Scheduling.
• Proven hands-on experience (Minimum of 3 years' experience) with MES implementation, configuration, customization, integration, and application support
• Understanding of manufacturing systems architecture and system integration concepts
• Ability to troubleshoot and support complex manufacturing environments
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and requirement gathering skills
• Ability to work independently and contribute effectively in international project teams
• Excellent communication skills in English

Important Requirement!

• We are specifically seeking professionals with demonstrable hands-on experience in one or more of the MES technologies listed above.Relevant project experience must be clearly visible in the candidate's CV along with the specific MES platform that is used. Applications without direct experience in these platforms will not be considered.
• Australian Residency is a requirement for this role. No international application will be considered.

Why Join?

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing and financial security, including:

• Performance bonuses
• Employee share purchase opportunities
• Employer-funded life and income protection insurance
• Flexible work arrangements
• Parental leave
• Ongoing learning and certification support
• Health and wellbeing initiatives

Keywords for search purposes – MES Manager, MES Engineer, Senior MES Engineer, MES Consultant, MES Specialist, MES Technical Consultant, Manufacturing Execution Systems Consultant, Manufacturing Execution Systems Engineer, Manufacturing Operations Management Consultant

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