Indigenous Production Supervisor
Industry: Science and Research
We are seeking a Production Supervisor for our Mackay Laboratory and nearby Port. The Mackay laboratory provides sampling and testing services for our coal mining clients in relation to their coal production, shipping, and exploration initiatives.
This is a key leadership role, reporting to the Business Unit Manager and responsible for the day-to-day operations and planning. The focus of the role will be supervising teams performing preparation and testing of coal samples.
Describe the client:
Thanks to our unrivalled expertise, independence and worldwide presence, we support our clients by managing quality, safety, health and sustainability risks, to the benefit of society as a whole. This company are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and we encourage applications from women and Indigenous people.
Position Description:
- Rostering staff and scheduling work to ensure client requirements are met in terms of timeliness and quality
- Ensuring safety, quality and reporting requirements are fully satisfied
- Creating a positive team culture centred on training and teamwork
- Supervision, coaching and training of a Preparation Team
- Participating in ongoing process improvement programs
Position Requirements:
- Sample preparation or laboratory experience necessary
- Supervisory experience desirable
- The drive to achieve productivity targets and expected client turnaround times
- A QLD C Class drivers license and own transport (necessary)
- Safety is an absolute. Ongoing Drug & Alcohol testing is a requirement of working on site.
- Must live locally in the Mackay region. NO FIFO.
Application requirements:
Candidate will be screened by IWS and will need to apply through IWS link
Indigenous Workstars specialises in the engagement of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people into employment in a variety of communities and industries across Australia.
***Please note only candidates that are successful in moving to the next stage of recruitment will be contacted further***