Production Manager / Supervisor - Precast

RMK Precast; Unanderra; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

RMK Precast is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead the precast concrete manufacturing facility in Unanderra, NSW. You will supervise factory personnel, manage daily operations and drive production planning, safety and quality across all processes from mould preparation to demoulding.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong communication and a proactive approach to improving productivity and accountability while ensuring compliance with WHS and project requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in precast concrete or similar manufacturing.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage competing priorities.
• Experience with gantry crane, rigging and lifting operations is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate day-to-day operations of the precast plant.
• Develop and manage production schedules against project requirements.
• Allocate labour, equipment, moulds and resources to meet targets.
• Monitor progress, identify constraints and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee mould preparation, reinforcement, cast-in components, pours and demoulding.
• Ensure safety, quality and compliance with shop drawings and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Production planning

Safety management

Team supervision

Job description

Production Manager / Supervisor - Precast

RMK Precast is seeking an experienced, motivated and hands-on Production Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of our precast concrete manufacturing facility in Unanderra. This key leadership position combines production management with direct supervision of factory personnel and manufacturing activities.

The successful candidate will oversee the manufacturing process, coordinate labour and resources, maintain production schedules, and ensure precast elements are manufactured safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards. We are looking for a proactive leader who takes ownership of production outcomes and drives accountability, productivity and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Production Management & Planning

Manage daily operations and coordinate production schedules against project requirements and delivery commitments.

Allocate labour, equipment, moulds and resources to achieve manufacturing targets.

Monitor progress, identify constraints and implement corrective actions to minimise delays.

Oversee mould preparation, reinforcement, cast-in components, pouring, finishing, curing and demoulding.

Coordinate with Operations, Project Management, Quality and Procurement teams.

Factory Supervision & Workforce Management

Lead and directly supervise production personnel, allocating daily tasks and monitoring performance.

Conduct pre-start meetings and communicate production priorities and expectations.

Maintain workforce accountability, discipline, productivity and adherence to procedures.

Identify training needs, develop team capability and promptly address operational issues.

Supervise daily factory floor activities to ensure personnel follow allocated tasks, approved shop drawings and established manufacturing procedures.

Coordinate and monitor daily labour attendance, start and finish times, breaks, overtime requirements and workforce coverage.

Allocate tasks to leading hands, steel fixers, formworkers, concreters and general production employees according to skills and production priorities.

Conduct regular factory floor inspections to verify work progress, workmanship, housekeeping and compliance with safe work procedures.

Provide practical guidance and on-the-job instruction, ensuring employees understand required standards, work methods and production expectations.

Monitor employee conduct, punctuality and performance; address issues promptly and elevate formal performance or disciplinary matters to Operations Management.

Coordinate daily handovers between work areas and shifts, including outstanding tasks, quality concerns and upcoming pours.

Ensure pre-pour checks are completed and coordinate readiness of moulds, reinforcement, cast-ins, personnel and equipment before concrete placement.

Supervise concrete pours, demoulding, lifting, storage and loading activities to ensure safe sequencing and minimise damage to finished elements.

Identify bottlenecks, reallocate labour where necessary and provide timely updates on delays, absenteeism or resource shortages.

Quality Assurance & Manufacturing Compliance

Ensure elements are manufactured to approved shop drawings, specifications and quality requirements.

Oversee workmanship, dimensional accuracy, inspections, hold points and quality documentation.

Identify defects and non-conformances and implement corrective actions to minimise rework.

Work Health & Safety

Maintain a safe workplace in accordance with WHS requirements and company procedures.

Ensure compliance with SWMS, PPE and safe work practices.

Oversee safe lifting, gantry crane and rigging activities and movement of precast elements.

Conduct inspections, address hazards and promote a proactive safety culture.

Plant, Equipment & Resources

Coordinate plant inspections, preventative maintenance and servicing.

Ensure moulds, tools and lifting equipment remain safe and serviceable.

Monitor materials and communicate stock requirements to Procurement.

Reduce waste and downtime and maintain factory housekeeping.

Reporting & Performance

Monitor and report production output, labour utilisation and manufacturing performance.

Provide management with progress updates, constraints and upcoming resource requirements.

Identify improvements to production efficiency, cost control and manufacturing capacity.

About You

Proven experience in precast concrete manufacturing, ideally in a management or supervisory role.

Strong understanding of precast production sequencing, factory operations and shop drawings.

Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage competing priorities and deadlines.

Hands-on, proactive leadership style with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Commitment to safety, product quality, accountability and continuous improvement.

Experience & Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of experience in precast concrete or a similar manufacturing environment.

Previous production management, supervisory or team leadership experience.

Gantry crane, rigging and lifting operations experience highly regarded.

Relevant high-risk work licences highly regarded.

What We Offer

Full-time position with an established precast concrete manufacturer.

Competitive remuneration based on experience and qualifications, with weekly pay.

Long-term opportunities supported by a strong pipeline of projects.

Supportive management, training and opportunities for professional development.