Operation Lead

Bradken; Merlimau; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a global leader in the resource sector as an Operations Lead in Merlimau. You will oversee production and despatch teams, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction. This role requires strong leadership and technical skills to drive improvements and meet key performance indicators while fostering a safe and efficient work environment.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Competitive Total Reward Packages

Paid Parental Leave

Learning and Development focus

Education assistance

Community Involvement Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience leading operations in heavy industry.
• Over 8 years managing a large workforce with cross-functional coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead production and despatch teams to meet quality and delivery targets.
• Drive operational excellence through structured processes and team development.
• Manage working capital and ensure cost control practices.

Skills

Problem Solving

Leadership

Technical Acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s in Business Administration

Job description

Bradken is equipping the resource sector to sustainably advance society.

As an Operations Lead you'll be joining a global leader in the design, manufacture and supply of wear products and services for mining equipment.

Our 3000 - strong global team members are proud of the innovative solutions we provide our customers and our commitment to being carbon neutral by 2030.

You'll join a diverse and inclusive team contributing across more than 100 unique professions and trades.

What's the Role:

Reporting to the Site Manager, you will play a key leadership role in ensuring that our products consistently meet customer expectations in terms of quality, specifications, and timely delivery. You will lead the production and despatch teams, driving operational excellence through structured processes, clear performance standards, and a strong focus on team development.

You will be responsible for overseeing all operations to ensure they are conducted safely and cost-effectively to achieve key performance indicators for safety, quality, delivery, and cost, all within Bradken's established policies and procedures. You will ensure that customer-centric, continuous improvement initiatives aimed at optimising resources, including personnel and materials, as well as planning and processing of products, are put into practice.

In this role, you will oversee all aspects of daily operations to ensure they are carried out safely, efficiently, and within budget, while meeting key performance targets across safety, quality, delivery, and cost, aligned with Bradken’s established policies and standards. You will champion customer-focused improvements in resource utilisation, material flow, and production planning.

With a strategic mindset, you will lead the site’s production and despatch functions to achieve manufacturing objectives and uphold our promise of quality, price, and timely delivery. You’ll continuously assess work processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and drive operational efficiency across the board.

Additionally, you will be responsible for managing working capital and raw materials within agreed levels, ensuring cost control practices are followed. Collaboration will be key. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams, including maintenance, to address equipment reliability and preventive maintenance planning.

Regular reporting on operational performance (daily, weekly, and monthly) will be expected to demonstrate progress toward manufacturing goals and customer commitments.

Key Technical Criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical), Operations, or Manufacturing. A Master’s in Business Administration will be an added advantage..
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience leading operations within a heavy industry environment, preferably in the steel sector.
• Over 8 years of experience managing a large and diverse workforce, including cross-functional team coordination, capability development, and employee engagement to meet operational targets and customer expectations.
• Strong technical acumen with proven problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, with hands-on experience in managing related deliverables, including audits.
• Demonstrated frontline leadership experience or relevant qualifications.

The role is based in Merlimau.

If you'd like to part of team that's changing the game, please apply along with your resume and a brief covering letter highlighting why this should be your next role.

Why join our team at Bradken?

• Safety first environment and mindset
• Flexible work options
• Competitive Total Reward Packages
• Global and local recognition programs
• Paid Parental Leave
• Learning and Development focus
• Education assistance
• EAP for you and your family
• Community Involvement Program

Before commencing employment, you will be required to complete a psychometric assessment and a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing.

WE RESPECTFULLY REQUEST NO RECRUITMENT AGENCY APPROACHES

Bradken is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, engaging, and flexible environment for our people because great things happen when individuals are given the opportunity to bring themselves into their work. All employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.