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General Information

Job Type
Permanent
Category
Manufacturing
Business
Iplex Australia
Location
VIC - MEL - Eastern Suburbs
Job Reference
43275
Posted Date
21-May-2026
Closing Date
03-Jun-2026

Description

  • Iplex are happy  to partner with The Smith Family supporting their Learning for Life Program 
  • Lead a high-performing production team, driving safety, quality and continuous improvement
  • With Sustainability at front of mind Iplex are proud of their Pipeback program 
At Iplex we are committed to a powerful vision – Providing Safe & Secure Water to the World Around Us. We do this by forging partnerships with our customers and communities to deliver safe, secure, and innovative water solutions that not only address the present needs but also lay a solid foundation for future generations. 

As Australia's leading manufacturer and supplier of pipeline systems, we take pride in our pivotal role within Australia’s water industry. We understand the significance of our work, and we are driven by the shared goal of creating a better future.  Join us today to lead a passionate team dedicated to shaping a brighter future and leaving a lasting impact on Australia's water landscape. 

More About Your New Role! 

We are looking for a hands-on and people focused Manufacturing Supervisor to join our Reservoir site, leading one of our rotating shift production teams. This role is all about building a safe, high-performing team environment where people feel supported, clear on expectations, and confident in their work. As a leader you will be a visible on the floor, guiding your team, keeping operations running smoothly, and ensuring we deliver consistent, high-quality products every day.

You will play a key role in improving how we operate, from managing day-to-day production processes through to supporting payroll, attendance, and team development. With a strong focus on safety, quality and output, you will have the opportunity to use data and performance insights to identify trends, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement. Working closely with maintenance and other site leaders, you will help ensure there is always a strong leadership presence across the site.

Does This Sound Like You?
  • Proven experience leading teams in a manufacturing or production environment 
  • Strong focus on safety, people leadership and delivering quality outcomes 
  • Confident managing systems, processes and data (e.g. payroll, attendance, production metrics) 
  • Ability to identify issues, analyse trends and drive practical improvements 
  • Clear and effective communicator with strong attention to detail
  • Previous experience coaching, developing and mentoring your team to continuously keep them engaged and upskilled 
Why Join Iplex 
  • 26 weeks PAID parental leave for primary carer
  • Proudly partnered with The Smith Family – supporting youth education
  • Endorsed at the Innovate stage of our RAP, growing and learning through connections
  • Be part of a business that takes pride in it’s safety culture 
  • Enjoy all Fletcher Building discounts, benefits and rewards! 
  • Sustainability is at the heart of our decisions ie Pipeback, Diversity and Production efficiencies 
  • Access to join Fitness Passport to ensure you hit your fitness goals! 
  • Ongoing training, development, and internal career opportunities 
We are Proudly an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from people of all diverse backgrounds and identities, including Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities & LBGTQIA+ People

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