KG Talent

Operations Manager

KG Talent  •  Kewdale, AU (Onsite)  •  5 days ago
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Job Description

Operations Manager | Metroll Perth

Lead. Transform. Deliver.

Metroll Perth is seeking an experienced and hands-on Operations Manager to lead and optimise our manufacturing and transport operations across two sites in a fast-paced production environment.

This is a senior leadership role with full responsibility for end-to-end operations, including manufacturing, warehousing, transport, safety, financial performance, and continuous improvement. You will play a critical role in driving operational excellence, cost efficiency, and service performance across the business.

You’ll lead high-performing teams across both sites, ensuring strong execution, accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement while delivering outstanding customer outcomes.

We are looking for a leader who thrives in operational environments and leads from the front.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

  • Leading and overseeing manufacturing, warehouse, and transport operations across two sites
  • Managing operational performance, workforce planning, and workflow optimisation
  • Full responsibility for budgeting, forecasting, and capital expenditure (CAPEX) planning and control
  • Driving operational cost efficiency and identifying productivity improvement opportunities
  • Leading safety culture with a clear focus on achieving zero lost time injuries
  • Delivering DIFOT targets of 100% through strong planning and execution
  • Managing production performance, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Implementing lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and improve efficiency
  • Driving material usage accuracy and minimising scrap and waste across operations
  • Leading, coaching, and developing operational leaders and frontline teams
  • Managing plant, equipment, and maintenance planning to maximise uptime
  • Building strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
  • Ensuring compliance with all operational, safety, and quality standards

What We’re Looking For

  • Proven senior leadership experience in manufacturing, logistics, transport, or industrial operations
  • Experience managing multi-site or complex operational environments
  • Strong financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, and CAPEX management
  • Demonstrated success in driving safety performance and operational excellence
  • Strong understanding of production systems, supply chain, and dispatch operations
  • Hands-on leadership style with the ability to engage teams at all levels
  • Strong capability in continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles
  • Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills

Why Join Metroll?

  • Senior leadership role with full operational ownership across two sites
  • Opportunity to directly influence performance, culture, and business outcomes
  • Strong and supportive leadership team
  • Competitive salary package
  • Stable, long-term role within a growing national manufacturing business

If you’re an experienced Operations Manager ready to take ownership of a complex, high-volume manufacturing and transport operation, apply now and join the Metroll Perth team.

KG Talent

About KG Talent

At KG Talent, we specialise in connecting great people with great companies.

We’re proud to partner with a select group of respected Australian businesses — helping them find the right people to grow their teams and supporting candidates as they take the next step in their careers.

We take pride in our personalised approach. We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all recruitment — every role, every team, and every person is unique. That’s why we take the time to understand both our partner companies and our candidates, ensuring every placement feels like the right fit for both sides.

Our focus is on quality, not quantity. We build long-term relationships with the organisations we represent, giving us deep insight into their culture, values, and goals. This allows us to provide candidates with genuine insight and confidence as they explore opportunities within these businesses.

Whether you’re looking for your next career move or hiring within one of our partner organisations, KG Talent is here to make the process simple, transparent, and human.

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