Job Description

About the role

InfraBuild Reinforcing has two newly created opportunities for ambitious and capable Operations Leads to join our Sunshine manufacturing team - one on day shift and one on afternoon shift. These hands‑on roles form part of our production leadership group, working closely with the Operations Supervisor and broader site operations to deliver safe, efficient, and high quality production outcomes.

As an Operations Lead, you will play a key role in coordinating day to day production activities and supporting the Operations Supervisor in meeting operational targets. You will contribute to managing people, equipment, and process performance while gaining exposure to the full scope of site leadership responsibilities.

These positions have been established to support ongoing business growth and to develop future leaders who aspire to progress into supervisory or management roles.

Key responsibilities:

• Support daily production planning, workflow, and problem solving across the shift
• Uphold safety and quality standards, actively promoting a safety first culture
• Assist with resource allocation, team coordination, and performance tracking
• Contribute to Lean, Six Sigma, and process improvement activities
• Partner with maintenance, logistics, and engineering teams to ensure smooth operations
• Take ownership of projects that drive efficiency, automation, and continuous improvement

Skills and experience required:

• Strong experience in manufacturing, production or industrial operations - automotive, food or steel background highly regarded
• A proactive solutions oriented mindset with a passion for people leadership sand process excellence
• Understanding of Lean principles or exposure to continuous improvement initiatives
• Excellent communication and organisation skills with the ability to influence across all levels of the business
• Confident using Microsoft Office and production data systems
• A genuine desire to learn, grow and develop into a senior leadership role

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.
• Corporate rates for private health insurance Nib Health Insurance offers discounted cover for employees.

About us

InfraBuild is Australia’s leading integrated steel manufacturing, distribution and recycling business, making steel using our electric arc furnaces. We provide 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.

InfraBuild Reinforcing is the trusted reinforcing solutions supplier to major infrastructure and mega projects across Australia. From high-rises that shape our cities' skylines to transport projects that redefine how commuters navigate them, we partner with Australia's trusted construction companies to deliver projects that define our nation.

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 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