Production Manager

Minearc Systems; Perth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Minearc Systems in Perth is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead field operations with a strategic mindset. The role oversees safety, service quality, and financial performance, driving continuous improvement and business growth.

You will manage operations, safety, quality, finance, and people, ensuring alignment with objectives and customer expectations while partnering with sales on bids and opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or related discipline.
• 7+ years of operations experience.
• 2+ years of P&L management experience.
• Proven experience managing field operations and project execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead and promote a strong safety culture across all operations.
• Conduct safety meetings, incident investigations, and root cause analysis.
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies, regulations, and industry standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety, environmental, and compliance practices.
• Lead execution of operational activities, including resource planning, asset utilization, and inventory management.
• Ensure high-quality service delivery and adherence to safety and operational standards.
• Monitor and improve operational processes for efficiency and performance.
• Provide technical support to teams and customers across the job lifecycle.
• Manage equipment maintenance and ensure compliance with technical specifications.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Collaborate with sales teams on bids, pricing, and new business opportunities.
• Conduct regular service quality reviews with customers.
• Translate customer requirements into operational procedures.
• Drive business growth through operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
• Own and manage the P&L for the assigned product line/geography.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and financial performance.
• Optimize resource utilization to improve EBITDA.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and contract requirements.
• Lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams.
• Drive performance management, succession planning, and talent development.
• Partner with HR to recruit and retain top talent.
• Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous learning.
• Maintain strong communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate across sales, operations, and support functions.
• Clearly communicate expectations, roles, and performance objectives.

Skills

Financial acumen

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

ERP/CRM familiarity

English fluent

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or related discipline

Tools

JDE

Hyperion

Salesforce

PeopleSoft

FieldFX

Job description

Job Description

Operations Manager – Australia

Perth $90,000 - $130,000 per year help_outline Weatherford

We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead and optimize field operations with a strong strategic mindset. This role is accountable for safety, service quality, operational excellence, and financial performance, while driving continuous improvement and business growth.

You will oversee multiple functions including operations, safety, quality, finance, and people management, ensuring alignment with company objectives and customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and promote a strong safety culture across all operations
• Conduct safety meetings, incident investigations, and root cause analysis
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies, regulations, and industry standards
• Drive continuous improvement in safety, environmental, and compliance practices
• Lead execution of operational activities, including resource planning, asset utilization, and inventory management
• Ensure high-quality service delivery and adherence to safety and operational standards
• Monitor and improve operational processes for efficiency and performance
• Provide technical support to teams and customers across the job lifecycle
• Manage equipment maintenance and ensure compliance with technical specifications
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships
• Collaborate with sales teams on bids, pricing, and new business opportunities
• Conduct regular service quality reviews with customers
• Translate customer requirements into operational procedures
• Drive business growth through operational excellence and customer satisfaction
• Own and manage the P&L for the assigned product line/geography
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and financial performance
• Optimize resource utilization to improve EBITDA
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and contract requirements
• Lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams
• Drive performance management, succession planning, and talent development
• Partner with HR to recruit and retain top talent
• Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous learning
• Maintain strong communication with internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborate across sales, operations, and support functions
• Clearly communicate expectations, roles, and performance objectives

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or related discipline
• 7+ years of operations experience
• 2+ years of P&L management experience
• Proven experience managing field operations and project execution

Skills & Competencies

• Strong financial acumen (budgeting, forecasting, cost control)
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Strategic thinker with problem-solving abilities
• Knowledge of operations, service quality, and sales integration
• Ability to work in high-pressure environments
• Experience in a global or matrix organization
• Familiarity with systems such as JDE, Hyperion, Salesforce, PeopleSoft, FieldFX (preferred)
• Fluent in English

Full-time, Permanent, located in Perth.