Quality and Continuous Improvement Manager

Bruce Rock Engineering; City Of Kalamunda; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Bruce Rock Engineering (BRE) is seeking a Quality and Continuous Improvement Manager to lead the quality control function and drive a Lean Manufacturing transformation across Australia. This pivotal role will dedicate ~50% of time to lean initiatives, reporting to the Head of Manufacturing, and partnering with Engineering and Production to embed quality at every stage.

You will champion ISO 9001:2015 compliance, drive waste reduction, coach staff, and lead Kaizen events and 5S across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• Lean Management certification or Six Sigma Black Belt.
• 5+ years in a Lean Manager or similar role within manufacturing, logistics, or related industries.
• Strong experience with Lean methodologies and tools: 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, A3, and 8D.
• Hands-on project delivery and change management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead BRE’s quality control function and lean manufacturing transformation.
• Oversee non-conformance management, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Partner with Engineering and Production to embed quality at every stage.
• Drive continuous improvement across quality systems, documentation, audits, and reporting.
• Coach, mentor, and empower staff to adopt lean tools and principles.
• Facilitate Kaizen events, value stream mapping workshops, and 5S implementation.

Skills

Lean management

Change leadership

Coaching

Project delivery

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

A3 / 8D problem solving

Value Stream Mapping

5S Kaizen

Job description

Quality and Continuous Improvement Manager

At Bruce Rock Engineering (BRE), we design, build, and maintain road trains and transport equipment built tough for the rugged Australian outback. From humble beginnings, we’ve grown rapidly to become a leader in the road transport equipment industry, helping to shape the future of transport across Australia.

Our success is driven by our commitment to innovation, quality, and continuous improvement, underpinned by our core values of integrity, ownership, and teamwork. We’re proud to be Australian-made, delivering world-class products while fostering a supportive, family-oriented workplace.

At BRE, no two days are the same. We’re always looking for skilled and passionate individuals who thrive on challenges, enjoy working on diverse and evolving product lines, and want to be part of a company that’s making a real impact

Quality & Continuous Improvement Manager
Bruce Rock Engineering — Forrestfield, Perth, WA

Are you passionate about building a culture of quality and driving operational excellence? At Bruce Rock Engineering (BRE), we’re looking for a dynamic Quality & Continuous Improvement Manager to lead our quality control function while spearheading our Lean Manufacturing transformation. This is a pivotal role, with approximately 50% of your time dedicated to lean initiatives, positioning you as our organisation’s Lean Leader.

Where you’ll make an impact

Reporting to the Head of Manufacturing and leading the Quality Control team, you will:

Quality Management

• Ensure all products and processes meet customer and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and align with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 intent.
• Oversee non-conformance management, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Apply A3 and 8D problem-solving methodologies for robust issue resolution.
• Partner with Engineering and Production to embed quality at every stage.
• Drive continuous improvement across quality systems, documentation, audits, and reporting.
• Lead BRE’s lean manufacturing program, dedicating ~50% of your role to transformation initiatives.
• Coach, mentor, and empower staff at all levels to adopt lean tools and principles.
• Facilitate Kaizen events, value stream mapping workshops, and 5S implementation.
• Drive waste reduction initiatives across the 8 Wastes of Lean.
• Track progress and deliver measurable improvements in efficiency, safety, and cost.
• Champion change, foster collaboration, and build accountability into everyday operations.

How You’ll Lead

You bring energy, enthusiasm, and a proven record of shifting culture while improving processes. You’re equally confident in the workshop or boardroom and know how to translate lean theory into practical action.

What sets you apart:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• Lean Management certification or Six Sigma Black Belt.
• 5+ years in a Lean Manager or similar role within manufacturing, logistics, or related industries.
• Strong experience with Lean methodologies and tools: 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, A3, and 8D.
• Hands-on project delivery and change management experience.
• Skilled communicator, coach, and facilitator with a track record of cultural and operationalimprovement.

Key Attributes

• Inspiring leadership presence.
• Clear and practical communication style.
• Coaching mindset with resilience and adaptability.
• Results-focused with the ability to sustain momentum.

Success in this Role (KPIs)

• Quality (40%) – Right First Time, reduction in customer complaints, ISO compliance, NCR resolution.
• Lean & CI (40%) – Workforce engagement, measurable productivity gains, waste reduction, sustained 5S improvements.
• Leadership & Culture (20%) – Change leadership, coaching impact, and sustainability of initiatives.

Why Join Us?

At BRE, you’ll be part of a team that values safety, integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We are committed to building a culture where leaders don’t just manage – they inspire change.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Are you legally entitled to work in Australia?
• If you are not a citizen or permanent resident please provide details of your visa type, expiry date, and working hours restrictions if any.
• If you are a citizen / permanent resident simply indicate NA.
• As part of our recruitment process, you may be required to attend a pre employment medical, drug & alcohol testing, and/or complete a medical check-list.
• Are you willing to participate in this? Please provide your salary expectations (excluding super) for this role:

Engineering & Project Management Services 101-1,000 employees

Bruce Rock Engineering (BRE) is an industry leader in road transport equipment design and manufacture throughout Australia. Offering a complete range of trailer solutions to the agricultural, mining, construction, and general freight industries nationwide.

Established in 1980 from humble beginnings operating out of a 300m2 workshop in Bruce Rock, Western Australia, BRE today has grown to include multiple business divisions, over 350 employees and four state-of-the-art engineering facilities throughout Western Australia.

With over four decades of experience, Bruce Rock Engineering is driven by their vision to not only be the leader in the Australian road transport industry.

Bruce Rock Engineering (BRE) is an industry leader in road transport equipment design and manufacture throughout Australia. Offering a complete range of trailer solutions to the agricultural, mining, construction, and general freight industries nationwide.

Established in 1980 from humble beginnings operating out of a 300m2 workshop in Bruce Rock, Western Australia, BRE today has grown to include multiple business divisions, over 350 employees and four state-of-the-art engineering facilities throughout Western Australia.

With over four decades of experience, Bruce Rock Engineering is driven by their vision to not only be the leader in the Australian road transport industry.

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