Mill Manager - Softwood Lumber (Management & Executives)

Full Time

  Goldbeck Recruiting Inc

  Bell Bay, Tasmania, Australia

Our client is a leading integrated forest products company in Australia and one of the largest producers of softwood lumber and structural building products. One of their major saw mills based out of Bell Bay Tasmania is in search of their Mill Manager. This is a critical leadership position responsible for the overall operations and performance of the mill. 

The role provides a great opportunity to be a key member of a fast-growing, highly reputable company that attracts some of the most talented and experienced people in the industry. It presents tremendous opportunity for further growth and advancement. The mill is situated in the island state of Tasmania known for its picturesque environment, cool temperate refreshing climate and a lifestyle unsurpassed by many major cities in Australia. It offers convenience of modern cities with close proximity to cities like Launceston and Hobart while offering affordable housing and a more laid-back way of life. Our client will support in relocation and immigration sponsorship.
 

Responsibilities 

  • Development of business plans and drive operational performance and improvement looking at areas of OHSE, operations, financials, human resources and customer service levels
  • Deliver sustainable financial results ensuring overall operations profit results are maximized
  • Leading a safety culture targeting zero harm through an effective program that strives to continually improve and delivering an environment system mirroring this safety approach
  • Engagement in the execution of sales and operations planning process
  • Drive operational KPIs: recovery rates, selling price recovery, cost reductions, R&M programs, OEE, capital costs, WIP, finished goods, spares and consumables
  • Manage a team of 170+ employees through 7 direct reports and putting development and succession plans in place
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    Qualifications 

  • Mill/Plant/Site Management experience in lumber manufacturing/sawmilling
  • Proven people and process management experience
  • Education in business management and/or wood products manufacturing/process an asset
  • Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
  • Strong general business acumen
  • Ability to drive and lead change
  • Commitment to product quality and adding value to customers
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    Compensation

    Salary Range: Depends on Experience

    Benefits: Relocation, Immigration Sponsorship