Production Team Leader - Welding team

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Telwater is Australia’s largest manufacturer of trailered boats producing iconic brands such as Quintrex, Stacer, and Yellow Fin Plate boats.

About the role

We are searching for a superstar to join our team as a Team leader within our boat manufacturing plant. The successful person in this role will be responsible for supervising and leading one of our weld teams.

Reporting to the Factory Manager, this position is primarily responsible for the supervision, mentoring and training of our teams of which can comprise of up to 10-12 employees. You will oversee all aspects of quality control, boat building, and health and safety. Supervisors are also responsible for achieving maximum productivity from their relevant section of the Plant, (as measured against agreed Key Performance Indicators), and ensuring that all work is carried out in a safe manner, adhering to Telwater standards and systems.

This is aFull time, permanent role. We work 6am – 2:30pm, Monday to Friday (40 hours) with occasional overtime.

Your Responsibilities:

• Resolve any discrepancies and ambiguities regarding conditions against drawings, methods, and project specifications.
• Organise workflow by assigning responsibilities and preparing schedules.
• Oversee, train and coach employees including apprentices.
• Ensure the safe use of equipment.
• Maintaining a safe work environment, ensuring all related documentation is maintained
• Ensure productivity time frames are met
• Performance management of staff within the team
• Mentor, guide, and support the team
• Meet all internal KPI's

What we are looking for:

• Demonstrated experience in a supervisory/ team leadership role
• Previous experience in production supervision in a manufacturing environment, preferably in welding trades
• Proven ability to coach team members
• High level communication skills (verbal and written)
• Demonstrated skills and experience in conflict resolution, implementation of corrective actions
• Commitment to Health and Safety - 5S Health and Safety Audits
• Ability to implement Company policies and model standards of behaviour, leading by example
• Valid Drivers' Licence
• Proficient in the use of computer-based software, particularly Microsoft Office suite of programs

Do you want to be valued and rewarded for your hard work?

• Employee of the Month awards and recognition. Employee of the year WINS A BOAT!
• Annual leave loading, guaranteed holiday over Christmas
• Monthly Attendance bonus
• Monthly Health and Safety bonuses
• Access to free on-site physio, we want to support your health & wellbeing
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which provides psychological well-being, health coaching, financial advice, legal adviceand family support services to our employees.
• Access to Flare Benefits program, providing a range of employee benefits including discounts ongym memberships, food, retail and holidays.
• Product loan program so you can borrow from our range of boats, enjoy your weekends out on the water.
• Employee parts purchase program of our products at discounted rates
• We love to celebrate! All expenses paid Christmas Parties - bring your plus one. Family fun days and regular catered lunches for special events.
• Purpose-built factories based in the Marine Precinct - Coomera, Gold Coast. Work close to home and enjoy a REAL work life balance. We finish at 2:30pm each day - get the kids from school, go fishing, enjoy a surf, or get in that gym session!
• Learn from our team of industry experts withtraining and development opportunities.
• Growth opportunities: We believe in investing in you and your development. Stay with us and grow with us!

Ready to jump onboard with us?

Please click APPLY and submit your resume. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to arrange an interview.
Candidates must be willing to undergo a pre-employment medical as part of the recruitment process.
Telwater is an Equal Opportunity/ Action employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or disability.

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