Senior Process Engineer

Infrabuild; Geelong; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

InfraBuild is seeking a Senior Process Engineer for its Geelong Wire Mill in VIC. You will drive safety, quality and environmental performance across a complex manufacturing setting, with a focus on continuous improvement and lean processes.

The role requires hands-on leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and a data-driven approach to delivering measurable efficiency gains while maintaining stringent ISO standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Chemical preferred).
• Extensive process engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems and auditing.
• Data-driven problem solving and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety and risk management to promote a proactive safety culture.
• Oversee ISO14001 environmental systems and regulatory reporting.
• Maintain ISO9001 quality standards and lead audits.
• Manage budgets and technical initiatives to improve efficiency.
• Develop and lead a small team, recruit and coach.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Leadership

Data-driven problem solving

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical or Chemical)

Tools

ISO 9001 auditing

Job description

Senior Process Engineer InfraBuild•Geelong, VIC, AU

About the role

Join a 2026 AFR BOSS Best Places to Work Gold Winner and 2026 Sustainability Champion recognised by the World Steel Association. Play a key role in shaping our performance across our Wire business.

Reporting to the Site Operations Manager and based at our Geelong Wire Mill, you will oversee and co-ordinate all technical, quality assurance and environmental matters associated with the manufacture of galvanized wire and wire products onsite.

Geelong Wire Mill has been proudly manufacturing in Australia for more than 70 years. InfraBuild Wire is the only Australian wire manufacturer using Australian steel to produce Australian-made wire products. Our operation is diverse, with high-speed wire drawing machines producing an extensive range of medium and low carbon wire, a continuous-operation galvanising plant, and specialised rural fencing machinery.

With a mix of process engineering challenges across a complex manufacturing environment, Geelong Wire Mill offers an opportunity for an engineer who enjoys getting hands-on, solving problems and making a real impact. It’s an operation that will keep you challenged, engaged and motivated.

What you will be doing:

• Lead Safety & Risk Management: Drive a proactive safety culture toward Goal Zero, ensuring safe systems of work, risk control and team accountability.
• Manage Environmental Compliance: Oversee ISO14001 systems, regulatory reporting and continuous improvement in environmental performance.
• Ensure Quality Excellence: Maintain ISO9001 standards, lead audits and drive product quality and customer satisfaction outcomes.
• Deliver Operational Performance: Manage budgets, costs, and technical initiatives to improve efficiency, performance and innovation.
• Lead & Develop People: Manage a small team and build capability through recruitment, performance management and ongoing development.

You will be rewarded with:

• The chance to shape technical, quality and continuous improvement outcomes at a critical manufacturing operation.
• Career stability and development within a leading Australian steel and manufacturing business.
• A rare opportunity to inherit a well-established function, supported by an extensive handover from an experienced outgoing leader.

Primary Benefits:

We offer a range of benefits designed to support you at work and beyond:

• Paid parental leave that goes further - 20 weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks Partner Leave, plus superannuation contributions during unpaid leave (eligibility applies)
• Health cover at discounted rates - Access corporate rates with nib Health Insurance to support you and your family
• Everyday savings - Access a wide range of employee discounts across major brands including retail, travel and lifestyle

What you will bring:

• Extensive experience in process engineering, continuous improvement and process control, with strong Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma capabilities (Green Belt or above).
• Proven success working with quality management systems, including ISO 9001 compliance and auditing.
• A data-driven approach to problem solving, with the ability to identify opportunities and deliver measurable operational improvements.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence outcomes and drive performance across a variety of teams.
• Experience leading and embedding operational and cultural change initiatives within complex manufacturing environments.
• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, ideally Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, with Electrical Engineering backgrounds also welcomed.
• Established experience working in Australian manufacturing environments and confidence navigating local standards, compliance requirements and industry best practice.

We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry.

• Work with a greater purpose - join us on our pursuit of a sustainable future and contribute to our nation’s legacy.
• Work well, live better – experience a safe, supportive and inclusive environment which values you as a whole person and where wellbeing matters.
• Build their own future – grow and drive your own development to grow your skills. Everyday is an opportunity to grow.

About us

InfraBuild is Australia’s largest manufacturer of wire for construction, manufacturing and mining applications.

From nails to wire rope, our products support essential industries across Australia and New Zealand, backed by locally produced steel and a fully integrated supply chain.

We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Your diversity helps us create more sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia’s future.