Production Unit Manager
Production Unit Manager
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Job Description
At Alstom we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains metros monorails and trams to turnkey systems services infrastructure signalling and digital mobility we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.
Alstom has been awarded the PTA Australias $1.6 billion Railcar Program. As part of the project we will design manufacture and maintain 246 new railcars needed for METRONET projects and the replacement of the A-series trains. We will also deliver 6 DMU railcars to replace the five diesel railcars that operate the twice daily Australind service between Perth and Bunbury. As we continue to achieve key milestones of this project we have 2x new opportunities to lead the manufacturing activities on a 12 month fixed term contract as Production Unit Manager.
Your future role:
You will be responsible for time management (presence management and activity management) of all employees and assuring compliance with the local legislation and accountable for the time reconciliation. You will ensure the manufacturing preparation of the activity is proactively aligned with Production KPIs to ensure deliverables are met.
You will be responsible for:
- Leading a team of operators including monitoring and management of training qualifications and tasks
- Resourcing for the particular unit (short and long term) and ensuring appropriate skills and qualifications to meet delivery targets
- Collaborate with several teams to forecast plan and mitigate potential risks or delays in response to the Master Production Schedule (MPS)
- Be accountable for the industrial process handover from engineering to manufacturing
- Deploy and oversee the internal continuous improvement system (APSYS) and associated activities to support an ongoing effort to improve streamline and reduce waste
- Manage the SQCD performance for the activities within the respective unit and track all associated KPIs ensuring optimisation of work stations
- Model and implement a safety-first culture ensuring quality and cost effective outputs are achieved
We are looking for a passionate experience leader who prides themselves on making safety quality and people their priority with existing experience from the manufacturing industry.
All about you:
- Hold a Degree in Engineering or a relevant Mechanical trade qualification
- Experience from a similar position in an operational manufacturing working environment
- Demonstrated people leadership skills
- Proven influencing negotiation and communication skills
- Detailed understanding of manufacturing processes systems and technologies
- Capable analytical skills with a strong attention to detail and planning abilities
An agile inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow learn and advance in their careers. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential while valuing and respecting them as individuals. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage women Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with disability and other minority groups to apply.
We recognise that embracing flexibility & inclusivity is the smarter way of working. Please speak with us about your individual needs or if any workplace adjustments are required. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please email:
For internal applicants please ensure you confirm your eligibility to apply with your Supervisor and relevant Human Resources representative prior to submitting an application.
As part of the application process you will be required to undergo pre-employment reference and medical checks including drug and alcohol testing.
There are different compliance requirements for different workgroups. You will be provided with relevant
information during the recruitment process.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
