Operation Manager

Werner Engineering; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully maintained company vehicle

Mobile phone

Fuel card

Monthly social events

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Werner Engineering in Mackay, Queensland, is seeking an Operations Manager to lead our workshop, oversee machining, fabrication and CNC activities, and ensure safety, quality and on-time delivery. The role demands hands-on leadership and a proactive approach to problem-solving within a busy engineering and manufacturing environment.

You will drive day-to-day operations, mentor the team, foster strong customer relations and collaborate with management to grow the business and improve processes.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as a Machinist, Fitter & Turner or similar engineering trade.
• Proven machining experience with strong CNC knowledge.
• Sound understanding of fabrication and general engineering processes.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a workshop or manufacturing environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Excellent communication and customer relationship skills.
• Thorough understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.
• A proactive attitude with the ability to motivate others and continuously improve workshop performance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate workshop operations, scheduling and workflow to ensure jobs are delivered on time and to a high standard.
• Strong Communication and Management Skills
• Apply machining expertise and CNC knowledge to troubleshoot production issues and support efficient manufacturing.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships while identifying opportunities to grow the business.
• Provide practical solutions to workshop challenges and maintain efficient job flow.
• Work closely with supervisors, estimators and management to achieve operational objectives.
• Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety requirements and promote a strong safety culture.
• Monitor stock levels, equipment maintenance and purchasing requirements to support production.
• Report directly to the Director and drive continuous improvement across workshop operations, quality and productivity.
• Manage the growth and advancement of the company and its operations

Skills

Machinist qualification

CNC knowledge

Leadership

Quality workmanship

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

A well-established engineering and manufacturing company with a long-standing reputation for quality workmanship and reliable service is seeking a passionate, motivated and dedicated Manager to join our team.

We specialise in the manufacture, repair and overhaul of equipment for the mining, sugar, rail and heavy industrial sectors. Our commitment to delivering high-quality products, exceptional workmanship and outstanding customer service is at the core of everything we do.

This role requires an experienced tradesperson with a strong background in machining, fitting and sound knowledge of fabrication and CNC machining. You will be responsible for Managing the day-to-day operations of the workshop, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, on time and to the highest quality standards while leading by example and solving problems as they arise.

This roll requires not just someone to manage the company but to work with the team and support Growth and Development.

Operations Manager

A well-established engineering and manufacturing company with a long-standing reputation for quality workmanship and reliable service is seeking a passionate, motivated and dedicated Manager to join our team.

We specialise in the manufacture, repair and overhaul of equipment for the mining, sugar, rail and heavy industrial sectors. Our commitment to delivering high-quality products, exceptional workmanship and outstanding customer service is at the core of everything we do.

This role requires an experienced tradesperson with a strong background in machining, fitting and sound knowledge of fabrication and CNC machining. You will be responsible for Managing the day-to-day operations of the workshop, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, on time and to the highest quality standards while leading by example and solving problems as they arise.

This roll requires not just someone to manage the company but to work with the team and support Growth and Development.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate workshop operations, scheduling and workflow to ensure jobs are delivered on time and to a high standard.
• Strong Communication and Management Skills
• Apply machining expertise and CNC knowledge to troubleshoot production issues and support efficient manufacturing.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships while identifying opportunities to grow the business.
• Provide practical solutions to workshop challenges and maintain efficient job flow.
• Work closely with supervisors, estimators and management to achieve operational objectives.
• Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety requirements and promote a strong safety culture.
• Monitor stock levels, equipment maintenance and purchasing requirements to support production.
• Report directly to the Director and drive continuous improvement across workshop operations, quality and productivity.
• Manage the growth and advancement of the company and its operations

Key Requirements

• Trade qualification as a Machinist, Fitter & Turner or similar engineering trade.
• Proven machining experience with strong CNC knowledge.
• Sound understanding of fabrication and general engineering processes.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a workshop or manufacturing environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Excellent communication and customer relationship skills.
• Thorough understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.
• A proactive attitude with the ability to motivate others and continuously improve workshop performance.

What We Offer

• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Long-term career opportunity with ongoing professional development.
• Competitive salary package including a fully maintained company vehicle, mobile phone and fuel card.
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact on business operations and future growth.
• Monthly social events.