Operations Manager

Take the lead as the Operations Manager to develop, lead and focus on continuous improvement initiatives for our Herons Creek site.

About Us:
Join our team and be part of a diversified group with over 30 years of experience leading the way in the forestry, agricultural, and permaculture industries. We're dedicated to the sustainable management of natural resources and have a long-standing commitment to responsible and functional use of these resources in our businesses. At the Pentarch Group, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to pursuing new ideas, support local communities, and help shape a business that focuses on a sustainable future. Your skills and passion can make a real difference by building on our decades of expertise.
Visit www.pentarch.com.au to learn more.
About the Position:
We are seeking an Experienced Operations Manager to join our team at Herons Creek NSW. Located on the tranquil Mid North Coast of NSW. Located near Port Macquarie, the area is a vibrant and diverse location offering a lifestyle near the beach and country.
Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and optimising all aspects of our manufacturing operations and coordinating various operational processes, managing personnel, optimising resource utilisation, and implementing strategies to enhance productivity and profitability.
The Operations Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of our organisation's daily operations. You will be a key leader in driving operational excellence and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the organisation across the Herons Creek Site, which includes the Herons Creek Sawmill including Log Yard, Treatment, kindling and Despatch, with an overview of the Maintenance Department.
Your responsibilities will include but not limited to;

• Develop and maintain production schedules to meet customer demand while optimising resource utilisation.
• Provide leadership, coaching, site inductions and mentorship to build a motivated and skilled workforce, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Lead a team of supervisors, production staff, and support personnel to achieve production goals, drive continuous improvement, and enhance overall operational efficiency are met across the Herons Creek site
• Prepare regular reports on operational performance, including key metrics, production volumes, downtime and quality data
• Monitor and control production costs to meet budgetary goals within the Sawmill
• Ensure the availability of raw materials, equipment, and labour to meet production targets
• Ensure a safe working environment by adhering to and enforcing safety protocols and regulations.
  

About You:
To be considered for this challenging and exciting position, you will need to demonstrate the following:

• Minimum 5 years + experience in a production management role, with a strong track record of optimising production processes within timber and or manufacturing discipline
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of safety and quality standards and regulations
• Ability to Identify areas for improvement and implement lean manufacturing principles to optimize workflows and reduce waste.

To be eligible to apply, you must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship and or permanent residency.
To join us and become a vital part of our mission apply now.