Operations Supervisor

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BlueScope’s Lysaght business is seeking an Operations Supervisor for the afternoon shift in Archerfield, QLD, to lead the day to day running of the facility, oversee production, machine operation, loading and maintenance, and ensure safe, efficient and reliable performance with on time delivery to customers. You will grow and mentor a hands on team, initiate site improvement projects, and collaborate with fellow shift supervisors to drive continuous improvement while advancing safety standards. The ideal candidate brings manufacturing experience, proven leadership of operational teams with a strong safety focus, and a track record delivering projects or improvement initiatives in a fast paced environment, plus a detail oriented, proactive mindset. To apply, tailor your resume to show safety leadership, measurable outcomes from projects, and cross skilling achievements; provide examples of efficiency gains and risk mitigation; and submit via the BlueScope careers site, highlighting alignment with the company purpose and the B flex flexibility program.

Job Description

BlueScope is an Australian-born global success story spanning 15 countries. Our team of over 16,500 people is our strength and we want our people to be safe, successful and well. We’re leaders and innovators in transforming steel into smart products and solutions that support society, today and in the future. We’re proud of brands, like COLORBOND ® steel that inspire and protect everything from hospitals to bridges and stadiums.

The Opportunity

Our Lysaght business is looking for a Operations Supervisor to join Afternoon shift based in Archerfield, QLD. Made in Australia since 1921, Lysaght manufactures and markets steel building products that have helped shape the nation: from iconic corrugated roofing over Australian homes, to large commercial and industrial projects.

Using 100% Australian made steel, you will play a key role in delivering quality products to our customers when they need them by leading the day to day running of the facility and ensuring safe, efficient and reliable performance across the site.

At Lysaght, you will benefit from a strong safety first culture, the stability of permanent employment and the opportunity to lead meaningful improvement initiatives within a respected Australian manufacturing business.

What Will You Do?

Overseeing the afternoon shift, (4pm to midnight, Monday to Friday) you will:

• lead and supervise our operations area including production, machine operation, loading and maintenance in collaboration with our shift supervisors 
• support and assist your team with daily operational activities
• initiate and lead site improvement projects
• identify opportunities to improve efficiency, performance and mitigate risk - striving for on time delivery for our customers
• ensure safety standards are continuously evolving, championing change when risks and opportunities are identified
• grow and mentor your team to develop their technical capability and cross-skill team members

More About You

You are a reliable and people focused operations leader who values safety, accountability and teamwork. You will bring:

• experience working within a manufacturing environment
• proven experience leading operational teams with a strong safety focus
• experience delivering projects or continuous improvement initiatives
• a positive attitude and strong attention to detail
• the ability to perform in a fast paced environment
• a genuine commitment to safety, wellbeing and care for others

Why BlueScope​

As we’re creating strength for the future through our people, products and solutions, BlueScope supports you to build your expertise within a safe and positive team environment. At BlueScope, you’ll:​

• Learn and develop as you grow. Work alongside specialists and keep your skills and knowledge at the forefront of industry with our lifelong learning culture.​
• Experience connection and care. Experience a positive, inclusive work environment where we look out for each other’s safety and wellbeing.​
• Build innovative products. Seek better, smarter ways to work, help develop sustainable solutions and make things happen.​
• Deliver work that matters. Every action you take matters in delivering for our customers and strengthening communities for the future. We value what you do. ​

We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and valued to be their authentic selves, and we encourage Women and First Nations people to apply. We’re passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities, including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal.​ At BlueScope, we offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program.

It’s an exciting time in our history as, together, we work towards Our Purpose: “We create and inspire smart solutions in steel, to strengthen communities for the future.” ​

Come and discover us at www.bluescope.com/auscareers​

Join us, creating strength for the future.