Knauf is one of the world's leading manufacturers of modern insulation materials, gypsum wallboard systems, plasters and accessories, thermal insulation composite systems, floor screed, floor systems, and construction equipment and tools.With more than 250 production facilities and sales organizations in over 90 countries, 40,000 employees worldwide.The Knauf Group is without doubt one of the big players on the market – in Europe, the USA, South America, Asia, Africa, and Australia.About the Role: Knauf is seeking a passionate, experienced, and reliable Factory / Plant Manager to be a part of our Senior Management team.The role reports to the Australian Manufacturing Director.This is a great opportunity to be a part of our manufacturing site based in Port Melbourne | VIC .The responsibilities of this role will include overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Plasterboard and Compounds Manufacturing facilities while leading, supporting and developing the Manufacturing teams to ensure plant performance is at a world class standard.As a member of the Senior Management team, the Plant Manager is a key player in the areas of Safety, Environment, Quality, Production, Business Strategy and Process improvement across the wider business.Some duties include: Manage all aspects of WHS within areas of responsibility, inclusive of developing and maintaining a high standard of housekeeping.Develop and implement annual budgets.Drive the implementation of continuous improvement principles and programs to achieve a world class operation standard.Active implementation of Knauf's environmental management policy, with particular emphasis on waste reduction and energy management.Achievement of the plants budgeted performance efficiencies as a minimum requirement.Optimization of process and equipment, including energy and raw materials consumption.Ensure quality targets and vision are met.Ensuring both internal (Sales and Supply Chain) and external customers are supplied with quality products of their choice.Improve and develop relations with all customer groups.Candidate requirements: Degree in Engineering Science or a related discipline is highly beneficial At least 10 years management experience within a similar role particularly with broad experience in the manufacturing industry (building products advantageous but not necessary) Ability to work with a unionized workforce and a track record of fostering collaborative working relationships and building trust Excellent experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and root cause analysis Strong Project Management skills Good knowledge of MS Office required and SAP an advantage Ability to mentor, develop and coach team members as well as maintain performance and personal growth while working together as a team Delegate, challenge and inspire the team to deliver exceptional outcomes On offer: Executive remuneration package Yearly pay review 14 week Parental Leave High organic internal growth promoted within Exposure to the business and broader Knauf manufacturing plants True career progression Please note, applicants must have entitlements to work in Australia, as part of the recruitment process, police and medical checks for security clearance pertaining to specific job requirements will be conducted for successful applicants