Job Description

About The Role

ARC (The Australian Reinforcing Company) is looking for a self-driven individual to join our Laverton branch as an Afternoon Shift Supervisor.

The hours for this role are 2 PM – 10:30 PM, Monday to Friday.

Our Shift Supervisor will be responsible for the safety and day to day manufacturing and logistics of the shift. You will be coordinating the operational activities of the shift including management of production staff, including employee performance and safe operations, quality of work and implementation of improvement processes.

You will be joining a company that focuses on career development and actively works on promoting internal candidates and supporting employees on their career journey. If you are looking for a position, where you can grow and learn from experienced leaders, we’d love to hear from you.

Your priorities include:

• Managing a team of Operators and Despatch Coordinators
• Ensuring all WHS management system requirements are met and safety standards are maintained
• Leading and managing the shift to ensure the production and output KPIs are met
• Work collaboratively with key internal stakeholders
• Identify and report on opportunities for improvement initiatives
• Managing costs to ensure delivery is met in the most cost-effective manner
• Allocating appropriate manning and ensuring employees are trained, fit, qualified and competent to effectively run operations

You are an experienced leader with a background in manufacturing or associated heavy industry. You will be skilled in robust safety practices, building strong internal and external relationships, responding to frequent changes in priorities and have a solution-oriented mindset.

You will have:

• Strong people leader, providing authentic and accountable leadership for the team
• Experience in production manufacturing and planning
• Solid understanding of safety management systems and building the safety culture
• Strong communication skills and computer proficiency
• Hazard identification and implementing best-practice safety solutions
• Proven experience supervising or managing a large team in a manufacturing or a relevant industry
• High level problem solving, conflict resolution and people management skills
• Experience with implementation of lean systems and process improvement
• Experience in the steel reinforcing sector and with Unionised workforces would be highly regarded but not essential

Key Benefits

Below are some of our key central benefits that are available to InfraBuild employees. Other benefits may be available depending on your role or site.

• Generous parental leave 20 weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks paid Partner Leave for those who have worked at the business for at least 12 months. The company also provides superannuation contributions for the Primary Carer during the period of unpaid parental leave for eligible employees (limitations apply).
• Access to long service leave after 5 years Employees who are not covered by an Enterprise Agreement can access accrued Long Service Leave (LSL) at the rate of 1.3 weeks per year of service after 5 years continuous service.
• Employee Benefits Program: discounts for employees, friends and family on a huge selection of products and services from a variety of brands including Samsung, Coles, Harvey Norman, Village Cinemas, Dick Smith, Vodafone, Thrifty and many more.
• Accessible learning available to everyone InfraBuild Learn360 provides every InfraBuild employee (whatever your role or career aspirations) with self-directed learning opportunities, supported by a variety of resources to help enhance the impact of your learning.
• Corporate rates for private health insurance Nib Health Insurance offers discounted cover for employees.

About Us

The Australian Reinforcing Company (ARC) is a local supplier of steel reinforcing that Australians have trusted for more than 100 years. With a proud history of innovation, supported by the largest branch distribution network in Australia, ARC provides a localised service adapted to our communities, towns & cities from Tasmania to Townsville, and everywhere in between.

ARC is a brand of InfraBuild, Australia’s leading integrated steel manufacturing, distribution and recycling business, making steel using our electric arc furnaces. InfraBuild provides solutions for commercial and residential construction, large scale and nation-building infrastructure as well as our primary producers and rural sectors. With ambitions to be carbon neutral by 2030, each day we help build futures through sustainable steel.

Why Work Here?

We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry.

• Work with a greater purpose: Join us in the pursuit of a sustainable future as we progress our ambition to become carbon-neutral. You will contribute to a legacy that not only helps to build our nation but sustains our environment for future generations. Embrace a culture where differences are celebrated, innovation is embraced and valuing everyone's unique perspectives contributes to our transformation.

• Work well - live better: We understand the importance of working in an environment which supports you to balance your personal and professional life. Experience a culture which values you as a whole person - where family extends to the workplace and your well-being matters. You’ll thrive not only in your career with us, but beyond.

• Build your own future: Step into a culture where every day is an opportunity to grow, and where driving your own development is not just encouraged; it's expected. You’ll be empowered to take the wheel of your learning journey and uncover your potential. The possibilities are limitless.

We invite you to forge your career in a workplace where passion meets purpose, wellbeing is nurtured and the opportunity to thrive is in your hands.

It is our ambition at InfraBuild to cultivate an inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage candidates from all cultural backgrounds, genders, orientations, age groups, and abilities to apply. Your diversity is our strength in creating sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia's tomorrow.

We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant