TAE Aerospace is a global aerospace company providing maintenance services for some of the most powerful, exciting and important defence and commercial aircraft platforms in the world. We are also proud of our encouraging and supportive team environment that ensures we all work together within a genuine high-performance culture. Proudly a Gold Member of the Australia Defence Force Reserves and Employer Support Program and promote the recruitment of Reservists and Veterans into all roles.
TAE is part of the ASDAM Group and is a leading sovereign defence, advanced manufacturing and sustainment company. It provides end-to-end capability across design, engineering, manufacturing, assembly and sustainment. ASDAM includes Marand, TAE Aerospace, Rosebank Engineering, Levett Engineering and Quickstep.
Why Work for TAE?
We proudly support ADF Reserves with paid Defence Reservist Leave
A comprehensive physical, mental and financial Wellbeing Program
Flexible Working Arrangements
A great family culture where you’re not just another employee
Fantastic Learning and Development Opportunities
Clearly defined career pathways
Regular workplace events and functions
Great workplace facilities
An inclusive and diverse workplace
Strong involvement with the local community
About the Role
We are looking for highly motivated Production Manager to work in our high paced Wheels and Brakes Workshop, supporting our Commercial and Defence customers. The purpose of this role is to act as the Operations Manager’s Second in Charge and provide operational leadership for the program, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective delivery of maintenance and production activities.
Your duties include:
Leadership & Team Development
Perform the role of the Operations Manager and site leader when the Operations Manager is not on site as the Operations Managers Second in Charge (2IC).
Responsible for leadership and management of production/maintenance activities under their direct control
Create an effective operational environment that fosters cross utilisation of skills across multiple program and product lines.
Coaching to staff, advisors and other stakeholders to create a high performing culture.
Responsible for monthly reports, performance reporting and analysis as required.
Procurement & Inventory
Directly responsible for the execution of the inventory and procurement activities, including Leadership and supervision of the day-to-day procurement and inventory management, assists the Operations Manager in maintaining workshop records, manuals and computer-based Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
Customer Relationship Support
Support the development of good business and customer solutions through understanding the customer’s business and factors impacting on it, open communication and the necessary operational activities for implementation.
Culture, Values & Engagement Initiatives
Demonstrate leadership of TAE’s Values in Safety, People and Performance, championing and managing related initiatives with workplace team leaders to further enhance professionalism, engaged and positive behaviours in the division.
Desired Skills and Experience
Skills, Qualifications & Experience
Minimum five years in a management/leadership role within a maintenance environment. Desirable in wheels, brakes, suspension or vehicle servicing environment.
Broad knowledge of and experience in management practices involved with heavily regulated working environments/industries.
Demonstrated financial management experience in a senior role with an engineering, maintenance or manufacturing enterprise.
Ability to lead, communicate, organise and administer teams of multi-skilled personnel.
Exceptional organisational, planning and change management skills.
Broad knowledge of and experience in logistics and material management practices.
Knowledge and practical experience in computer software programs, which may include Microsoft Office suite, internet applications, database management and ERP systems.
If this is you, then please submit your application today!
Additional Requirements:
Due to the nature of our work and the requirements of our customers, all applicants may be required to hold Australian citizenship and need to meet ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) and/or EAR (Export Administration Regulations) compliance as part of employment eligibility.
Successful applicants may also be required to undergo a current police check, obtain a Commonwealth defence security clearance, and participate in random drug and alcohol screening as part of our commitment to safety and security.
We make employment decisions based on merit, and we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
