Relief Production Supervisor

Holcim; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Over-Time allowance

Leave loading higher than award

Superannuation contributions

Training and career development

Job summary

Holcim Australia and New Zealand is seeking a Relief Production Supervisor to manage daily production planning, allocate work, and maintain safe operating practices on site. You will lead a team, coordinate safety, and ensure quality and timely reporting for payroll purposes.

The role offers career development, full training on equipment, and an inclusive culture with competitive pay and superannuation contributions. Training and progression opportunities are highlighted across the region.

Qualifications

• Experience in prestress or precast or reinforced concrete manufacture (ideal).
• Previous experience in the concrete, civil construction or building industry (ideal).
• Previous experience in a production or supervisory role.
• Multiple machinery operation tickets (ideal).
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and a commitment to a safe work environment.
• Sound problem solving skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills to meet deadlines.
• Effective leadership abilities to motivate and develop a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Effectively coordinate daily production plan & schedules.
• Allocate work to multiple teams or work groups or individuals.
• Maintain a safe system of work for the workplace.
• Take a proactive approach to all safety matters including leading by example.
• Ensure the team are recording production output, downtime, reject, rework on sheets provided and communicating appropriately with their teams.
• Consult with the Production Manager and/or HR on employee relations, grievance & disciplinary matters.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure timely submission of information for payroll related matters.
• Communicate the daily/ weekly goals to the team.
• Ensure competent performance in area and address deficiencies, as far as possible, by providing appropriate tools, training & coaching support.
• Supervise appropriate use and maintenance of assets in area - moulds, materials.
• Liaise with production management and other supervisors for efficient resource allocation.
• Ensure products meet quality management standards.
• Ensure compliance with critical quality rules and procedures.
• Provide leadership and support to the production team.
• Handle administrative tasks and contribute to operational improvements.

Skills

Production supervision

Safety leadership

Team leadership

Concrete manufacturing

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication

Time management

Job description

Holcim is the leading partner for sustainable construction, creating value across the built environment from infrastructure and industry to buildings. Headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, Holcim has more than 45,000 employees in 43 attractive markets - across Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East & Africa. Holcim offers high-valued end-to-end Building Materials and Building Solutions, from foundation and flooring to roofing and walling - powered by premium brands including, ECOPact® low-carbon concrete and ECOPlanet® low-carbon cement.

Holcim Australia and New Zealand is a leading supplier of cement, aggregates, ready-mix concrete, and engineered pre-cast concrete solutions. Our proud history began in 1901 in Australia and 1888 in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Holcim is certified as a Top Employer 2026 by the Top Employers Institute, recognising our commitment to creating a workplace where people thrive.

About the opportunity

Are you a skilled and motivated individual with a passion for ensuring safe and efficient operations in the manufacturing industry? We are currently seeking a Relief Production Supervisor to join our dynamic team. As a Production Supervisor, you will play a crucial role in managing the production process and maintaining the highest standards of quality and customer service.

In addition to your initial impact managing operations, you're joining an experienced team with career development and progression opportunities available throughout the region.

• Here is your opportunity to step into a role where you can grow & develop, with the world's leading sustainable building materials company.
• Competitive salary including Over-Time allowance, higher than award leave loading and superannuation contributions.
• Opportunity for training and career development opportunities.
• Full training provided on equipment, systems and procedures.
• A close-knit team on site backed by an inclusive culture company wide.

Responsibilities

• Effectively coordinate daily production plan & schedules.
• Allocate work to multiple teams or work groups or individuals.
• Maintain a safe system of work for the workplace.
• Take a proactive approach to all safety matters including leading by example.
• Ensure the team are recording production output, downtime, reject, rework on sheets provided and communicating appropriately with their teams.
• Consult with the Production Manager and/or HR on employee relations, grievance & disciplinary matters.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure timely submission of information for payroll related matters.
• Communicate the daily/ weekly goals to the team.
• Ensure competent performance in area and address deficiencies, as far as possible, by providing appropriate tools, training & coaching support.
• Supervise appropriate use and maintenance of assets in area - moulds, materials.
• Liaise with production management and other supervisors for efficient resource allocation.
• Ensure products meet quality management standards.
• Ensure compliance with critical quality rules and procedures.
• Provide leadership and support to the production team.
• Handle administrative tasks and contribute to operational improvements.

Requirements

• Experience in prestress or precast or reinforced concrete manufacture (ideal).
• Previous experience in the concrete, civil construction or building industry (ideal).
• Previous experience in a production or supervisory role.
• Multiple machinery operation tickets (ideal).
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
• Sound problem solving skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills to meet production deadlines.
• Effective leadership abilities to motivate and develop a diverse team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Why Holcim?

At Holcim we offer an inclusive environment, where our people feel comfortable bringing their authentic self to work. We offer a high-performance workplace empowering problem solvers, creative thinkers and innovators to seek combined perspectives and voice opportunities to go further and faster. Our workplace is a safe environment where individuals can be themselves and where we promote a diverse workforce. We are an equal opportunities employer, making no distinction on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or age. People are treated fairly at work - respecting and supporting human rights and non-discrimination. This is rooted in the values and standards set out in the Holcim Code of Ethics.