Production Supervisor - East

James Fisher and Sons plc; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Novated car leasing options

Job summary

James Fisher is seeking a Production Supervisor in Caringbah, NSW, to oversee planning and coordination of diving and hyperbaric equipment maintenance, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and to high standards.

You will lead the Dive and Hyperbaric team, manage stock forecasts, monitor ISS contract performance, and drive continuous improvements across safety, quality, and processes while liaising with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Front Line Supervision is desirable.
• Experience using ERP systems to manage inventory, purchasing, and stock records.
• Strong planning and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and reporting tools.
• Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and support informed decision-making.
• Proven leadership experience, with the ability to motivate teams and drive performance against KPIs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships.
• Experience developing and managing production schedules to deliver work safely, efficiently, and on time.

Responsibilities

• Manage a rolling six-month forecast of parts and materials to support Defence Capability & Sustainment via ISS Contact and non-ISS activities.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee service operations to meet client requirements and delivery schedules.
• Lead and coach the Dive and Hyperbaric team, promoting safety, monitoring KPIs, and conducting performance reviews.
• Monitor ISS contract performance and deliver accurate monthly reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives across safety, quality, systems, processes, and ways of working.
• Review and implement ECNs and DCNs to support ISS and non-ISS production requirements.

Skills

Planning & time management

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Production scheduling

Education

Diploma in Front Line Supervision

Tools

ERP systems

MS Excel

Reporting tools

Job description

About the Role

Production Supervisor – East
Caringbah, NSW
Full-time, Permanent

Please note that this role requires security checks.

The Role:

Join our team as a Production Supervisor, where you'll oversee the planning and coordination of diving and hyperbaric equipment maintenance, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and performance.

What you'll be doing:

• Manage and maintain a rolling six-month forecast of parts and materials, ensuring sufficient stock availability to support both Defence Capability & Sustainment via an In-Service Support (ISS) Contact and non-in-service (ISS) support and manufacturing activities.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee service operations in line with client requirements, delivery schedules, and OQE traceability standards.
• Lead, coach, and support the Dive and Hyperbaric team in Caringbah, promoting a strong safety culture, monitoring performance against KPIs, and conducting regular performance reviews.
• Monitor and report on ISS contract performance, capturing key metrics and delivering accurate monthly reports to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives, driving enhancements across safety, quality, systems, processes, and ways of working.
• Review, assess, and implement Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and Document Change Notices (DCNs) to support ISS and non-ISS production requirements.

What we're looking for:

• Diploma in Front Line Supervision or a related discipline is desirable.
• Experience using ERP systems to manage inventory, purchasing, and stock records.
• Strong planning and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and reporting tools.
• Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and support informed decision‑making.
• Proven leadership experience, with the ability to motivate teams and drive performance against KPIs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships.
• Experience developing and managing production schedules to deliver work safely, efficiently, and on time.

Why join us?

• Join a team of people who are passionate about their job.
• Opportunity to expand the role and obtain new skills and experience.
• Contribute to a growing and successful business with an exciting order book.
• Wellbeing programs – employee assistance program to support you and your immediate family with counselling and support as needed.
• Flexible working arrangements, including a condensed working week to support a half day every Friday.
• Generous paid community service leave to support your local community or serve as a defence reservist.
• Weekly fruit baskets to keep hunger at bay on busy days.
• Free on-site parking.
• Novated car leasing options available.
• Paid Parental Leave Scheme.

About Us:

James Fisher is a global engineering services company operating across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport. With a strong heritage in maritime operations, we now deliver innovative solutions in challenging environments. Our One James Fisher strategy is focused on building a unified, sustainable business within the Blue Economy, driving progress through technology, expertise, and collaboration.

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James Fisher Defence (JFD), part of the James Fisher Group, is a global leader in underwater capability, delivering cutting‑edge diving, submarine rescue, and hyperbaric solutions to both commercial and defence markets. Operating worldwide, JFD is the foremost provider of submarine rescue services and a trusted name in submarine escape training. We're also at the forefront of hyperbaric rescue innovation and a leading supplier of advanced diving equipment and saturation systems across the industry. Explore more about JFD

At James Fisher and Sons, we are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success is driven by the talent and diversity of our workforce.