Production Engineer

KG Talent; Canning; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Long-term employment opportunity

Training & professional development

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Pipemakers in Western Australia seeks a Production Engineer to lead project delivery, plant maintenance and Lean improvement on the shop floor. You will work with operations and management to implement engineering and safety enhancements.

You will drive waste reduction, manage maintenance using MEX, and contribute to safety governance and training. The role offers a clear pathway into leadership for those ready to grow with a respected WA manufacturer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent trade qualifications.
• Experience in managing projects and WHS in high-volume manufacturing.
• Strong leadership and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and build relationships with diverse management groups.
• Excellent critical thinking and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from planning to close-out within scope, schedule and budget.
• Coordinate teams, contractors, vendors and clients, tracking milestones.
• Drive production improvements and apply Lean manufacturing principles.
• Manage plant and project maintenance, using MEX for daily activity.
• Develop and improve safety systems, policies and procedures.
• Support WHS governance and conduct site audits and risk assessments.
• Deliver inductions and safety trainings with the Safety Administrator.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Safety management

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Production Engineer | Canning Vale, WA

Lead project delivery, plant improvement and site safety for a Western Australian pipe manufacturer.

Pipemakers is seeking a motivated and capable Production Engineer to join our team.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys driving improvement, leading by example and building a strong safety culture on the shop floor. Whether you are an experienced professional or ready to take the next step into a broader leadership role, we would love to hear from you.

About the Role

Reporting to the General Manager, you will lead project delivery, plant maintenance and Lean improvement, while supporting the site’s work health and safety governance. You will work closely with the operations and factory management team to create and implement improvements across engineering and safety categories.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading projects from pre-initiation through planning to close-out, in line with scope, schedule and budget
• Coordinating teams, contractors, vendors and clients, tracking milestones, and identifying bottlenecks early
• Driving production improvements and reducing waste, while progressively introducing Lean manufacturing principles
• Introducing and managing plant and project maintenance, using MEX to monitor daily activity and build a database for future planning
• Developing, implementing and continuously improving safety systems, policies and procedures, and keeping documentation in line with company procedures
• Staying current with company WHS processes and procedures and supporting the WHS team in application and implementation
• Conducting site audits, risk assessments and plant and vehicle inspections, and supporting root-cause analysis of incidents and near-misses
• Delivering inductions, toolbox talks and safety training with the Safety Administrator, and using ComplyFlow to record and monitor statutory requirements, training and incident management

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Demonstrated experience managing projects and supporting WHS functions in a high volume, continuous manufacturing environment
• A bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent trade qualifications
• Strong leadership and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to work using own initiative and develop strong working relationships with diverse management groups
• Excellent critical thinking skills
• Ability to communicate well to shop floor and management groups
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and work autonomously
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft, Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Desirable

• Experience in manufacturing or heavy industrial environments
• Experience introducing Lean manufacturing principles
• Plant maintenance management experience
• First aid and other relevant safety certification
• Knowledge of MEX and ComplyFlow

Why Join Us?

When you join Pipemakers, you will enjoy:

• Competitive salary package
• Stable, long-term employment opportunity
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Career growth opportunities
• Access to the tools and resources needed to succeed

If you are looking for an opportunity to make an impact and build a rewarding career with a respected organisation, we would love to hear from you.

Pipemakers is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities.

Prospective candidates will be required to provide proof of legal work rights and may be required to undertake relevant, role-appropriate pre-employment screening.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at any stage, please let us know.