Site Manager: Dairy FMCG Operations Leader

Lactalis Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive bonus scheme

Values-driven culture

Diversity & inclusion

Talent development programs

Global opportunities

Job summary

Lactalis Australia is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead our Lidcombe manufacturing operation in NSW. Reporting to the Industrial Director, Beverages & Milk, you will oversee Manufacturing, Packaging, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality Assurance, WHS, and the site's financial performance.

You will develop and deliver operational and financial objectives, including budget management, cost control, capital investment planning, productivity improvements, and P&L outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' experience in a senior manufacturing leadership role within Dairy, Food Manufacturing, or FMCG environments.
• Tertiary qualifications in Manufacturing, Engineering, Science, or a related discipline are highly regarded.
• Experience managing large-scale manufacturing operations, including production, maintenance, warehousing, and logistics functions.
• Strong leadership capability with experience coaching, mentoring, and developing teams while driving accountability and performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall performance of the manufacturing site, ensuring operational objectives are achieved safely, efficiently, and sustainably.
• Ensure all products are manufactured in full, on time, and to the highest quality standards.
• Drive a strong culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Develop and execute strategies to improve operational efficiency, productivity, and cost performance.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing leadership team and broader workforce.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory, environmental, quality, and food safety requirements.
• Champion the implementation of contemporary manufacturing practices, systems, and technologies to enhance site performance.

Skills

Senior leadership

Budget management

Operational excellence

GMP HACCP knowledge

Stakeholder management

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Manufacturing/Engineering/Science

Job description

Lactalis Australia is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead our Lidcombe manufacturing operation in NSW. Reporting to the Industrial Director, Beverages & Milk, you will oversee Manufacturing, Packaging, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality Assurance, WHS, and the site's financial performance.

You will develop and deliver operational and financial objectives, including budget management, cost control, capital investment planning, productivity improvements, and P&L outcomes.