A rare opportunity has become available for an Engineering Manager to drive efficiency, lead projects and manage a skilled team in a fast-paced production environment.About UsAt Godfrey Hirst – the largest carpet manufacturer in Oceania - we draw on over 150 years manufacturing experience in Australia and New Zealand. We are committed to designing, creating, and supplying the highest quality, beautiful and sustainable floor coverings.About the RoleIn this role you will report to the Chief Operations Officer and lead a team of Engineers, Supervisors and Trade Professionals. This role is based full time onsite at our South Geelong Manufacturing Facility, with occasional travel to our other facilities.Your key responsibilities include:Leading and supervising the engineering, manufacturing maintenance and facilities maintenance functions across multiple Australian based operational facilities.Mentoring and professional supervision of Graduate Mechanical & Process Engineers within the engineering team.Overseeing the execution of the annual capital expenditure plan related to plant, equipment and facilities.Managing technical personnel and project managers.Developing and managing the repair & maintenance budgets across the businesses operational departments.Implementing safety and process improvement strategies, policies and procedures with the engineering and maintenance teams.Identifying cost reduction opportunities, efficiency improvements and emissions reduction through equipment and facilities upgrades.Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and company policies.Managing the implementation of reliability strategies and overseeing the execution of major maintenance shutdowns.Collaborating with manufacturing leadership teams to assess the feasibility of new processes and technologies.Overseeing the tendering, implementation and ongoing management of maintenance and engineering contracts.Provide support and mentorship to engineering team members, facilitating training needs and opportunities.What's in it for you?Join a well-established, stable business where work colleagues become family. You will be given the opportunity to take ownership of the engineering department and leave a legacy, working on high-tech technology in an environment with limited red-tape.About YouMinimum of 8+ years of engineering experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment.Proven leadership and management experience.Degree in mechanical engineering with strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and industrial equipment.Registered Professional Engineer within Victoria.Track record in project management, including strategy development, problem-solving, budgeting, and negotiation.Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (SAP preferred but not essential).Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar 2D and/or 3D design software.Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.Join the Godfrey Hirst family today and step into a high-impact role at the forefront of the carpet manufacturing industry! Be careful - Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr