Modular Factory Production Lead

Fleetwood; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing learning and development

Parental leave support

Employee discounts and wellbeing

Job summary

Fleetwood Australia is seeking a hands-on Factory Supervisor for our Crestmead, QLD operations to lead modular building production. You will supervise production activities, coordinate labour and subcontractors, and ensure work aligns with drawings, specifications and safety standards.

This role requires strong leadership, a solid construction background, and a focus on productivity, efficiency and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience supervising construction, manufacturing or production teams.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, building codes, standards and compliance requirements.
• Experience leading trade-based teams and coordinating subcontractors.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans and specifications.
• Strong understanding of workplace health and safety requirements within construction or manufacturing environments.
• Experience ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications and project scope.
• Effective planning, scheduling and organisational skills.
• Strong problem-solving capability and ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Good computer skills with experience using Microsoft Office applications.
• Exposure to MS Project or similar project scheduling software is advantageous.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships across operations, projects and support teams.
• Proactive, hands-on leadership style with a focus on teamwork and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day factory production activities to ensure projects are delivered safely on schedule and within budget.
• Supervise Fleetwood employees and subcontractors across production activities.
• Ensure all construction works are completed in accordance with drawings, specifications, project requirements and relevant legislation.
• Monitor project schedules and ensure production milestones are achieved.
• Participate in daily pre-start meetings and contribute to production planning activities.
• Coordinate labour, materials and subcontractors to meet project delivery requirements.
• Ensure materials are available in line with project schedules and assist with stock management activities.
• Manage and approve employee timesheets and monitor overtime requirements.
• Monitor budgeted labour hours and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Coordinate inspections, certifications and quality assurance requirements.
• Provide feedback to Design and other stakeholders to improve project outcomes and production performance.
• Conduct quality inspections and ensure defects are identified, managed and rectified.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with WHSEQ policies, procedures and systems.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and ensure safe systems of work are being followed.
• Participate in incident investigations, risk assessments and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Team leadership

Construction supervision

Reading drawings

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Fleetwood Australia is seeking a hands-on Factory Supervisor for our Crestmead, QLD operations to lead modular building production. You will supervise production activities, coordinate labour and subcontractors, and ensure work aligns with drawings, specifications and safety standards.

This role requires strong leadership, a solid construction background, and a focus on productivity, efficiency and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.