Operations Manager - Duraquip

Duraquip; Perth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Duraquip in Forrestfield, WA seeks an experienced Operations Manager to lead Perth depot operations across manufacturing, workshop, servicing and logistics. You will drive safety, quality and efficiency while overseeing people, processes and assets to meet production schedules and customer expectations.

You will manage KPIs, lead continuous improvement programs and develop a high-performing team, coordinating procurement, inventory control and service delivery across the depot.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years in operational leadership or management.
• Experience in manufacturing, transport equipment, heavy vehicle, or related industrial environment.
• Relevant trade qualification, diploma or degree in engineering, manufacturing, operations management, or related discipline.
• Strong leadership, communication and team development capabilities.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, operational efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of WHS legislation and compliance requirements.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Current driver’s licence and forklift licence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing, assembly, fabrication, repairs, servicing, workshop and dispatch activities.
• Manage workflow, workforce scheduling, capacity planning and resource allocation to maximise productivity.
• Monitor operational KPIs and implement initiatives to improve efficiency and profitability.
• Manage purchasing, inventory and supplier relationships, ensuring materials availability while controlling costs.
• Maintain quality management systems and ensure work meets standards.
• Lead safety culture and ensure WHS compliance.
• Develop staff and foster a high-performance workplace.
• Ensure equipment, vehicles and facilities are maintained and utilised.

Skills

People leadership

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Safety leadership

Operations management

Education

Trade qualification in engineering or related discipline

Diploma/degree in operations management or business

Job description

Operations Manager - Duraquip

Please Quote Reference Number 19148

• Lead manufacturing, workshop, servicing & logistics operations
• Attractive remuneration package aligned with experience
• Join a collaborative team and help drive business growth

Duraquip is a 100% Australian-owned business dedicated to supplying quality, innovative Transport Equipment solutions for the Transport, Mining, Agricultural, Industrial and Earthmoving Industries.

We are currently seeking an experienced and hands-on Operations Manager to lead our Perth depot operations in Forrestfield.

This is a key leadership opportunity for a commercially minded, solutions-focused professional who can bring together manufacturing, fabrication, workshop, servicing, procurement and logistics operations to deliver safe, efficient and profitable outcomes.

The Opportunity

As Operations Manager, you will oversee the full operational function of our Perth depot, ensuring people, processes, equipment and resources work together effectively to meet production schedules, customer expectations and business objectives.

You will play an important role in improving workflow, strengthening operational systems and building a culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Operations Leadership: Oversee daily manufacturing, assembly, fabrication, repairs, servicing, workshop and dispatch activities.
• Production & Workshop Management: Manage workflow, workforce scheduling, capacity planning and resource allocation to maximise productivity and minimise downtime.
• Performance & Continuous Improvement: Monitor operational KPIs, including workshop utilisation, rework, delivery performance and production costs, and implement initiatives to improve efficiency and profitability.
• Supply Chain & Procurement: Manage purchasing, inventory and supplier relationships, ensuring materials are available when required while controlling costs and stock levels.
• Quality Assurance: Maintain quality management systems, investigate quality issues and ensure work meets engineering specifications, customer requirements and applicable Australian Standards.
• Safety & Compliance: Champion a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with Work Health and Safety legislation and Heavy Vehicle National Law requirements where applicable.
• People & Culture: Lead, mentor and develop operational staff, fostering teamwork, accountability and a high-performance workplace.
• Asset & Facility Management: Ensure equipment, vehicles and facilities are maintained, reliable and effectively utilised.

About You

We are looking for an experienced operational leader who combines strong people-management skills with sound commercial judgement and a practical understanding of manufacturing or workshop environments.

You'll need to be confident making decisions, solving problems and improving processes, and you'll know how to balance safety, quality, delivery and cost.

To be successful in this role, you will bring

• At least five years' experience in an operational leadership or management role.
• Experience in manufacturing, transport equipment, heavy vehicle, engineering or a related industrial environment.
• A relevant trade qualification, diploma or degree in engineering, manufacturing, operations management, business management or a related discipline.
• Strong leadership, communication and team-development capabilities.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, operational efficiency and continuous improvement principles.
• A sound understanding of WHS legislation and relevant compliance requirements.
• The ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong problem-solving, planning and decision-making skills.
• A current driver's licence and forklift licence.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a diverse operational function and make a tangible difference to business performance.

You will have the scope to influence how operations are managed, improve systems and processes, develop your team and contribute directly to the ongoing success of the Perth depot.

If you are a motivated Operations Manager who enjoys leading from the front, improving performance and delivering results, we encourage you to apply.