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Bradken Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaJoin or sign in to find your next jobJoin to apply for the Site Manager role at BradkenBradken Perth, Western Australia, Australia2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Site Manager role at BradkenDirect message the job poster from BradkenPassionate About People | Building the Future, One Hire at a Time| Advocate of DEIWho We Are:Bradken is equipping the resource sector to sustainably advance society.As our Site Manager, WA Operations, youll lead both the Wundowie Foundry and Bassendean operations, joining a global leader in mining equipment solutions.With 3,000 team members worldwide and a bold goal of carbon neutrality by 2030, youll be part of a diverse team driving innovation, accuracy, and service excellence.About the role:You will step into a pivotal leadership role at Bradken''s WA Sites where a significant investment has already enhanced its capabilities. This strategic expansion has increased the site''s capacity for critical rotable products manufacture and refurbishments, as well as wear plate liner production, solidifying Bassendean''s position as a key player in meeting the growing demand for our fixed plant wear solutions from major Australian mining companies.You will be joining our team in Perth, in a permanent, site-based role that prioritises your well-being and offers a framework for achieving a meaningful work-life balance.Your Focus: Lead safe, high-quality product and service delivery across our WA sites, driving excellence in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC). Collaborate with internal teams to translate business goals into operational success through structured planning and clear expectations.Your Key Responsibilities:Champion a proactive safety culture through coaching, compliance, and continuous improvement for injury-free workplaces.Lead site operations strategically to achieve production and customer targets, aligning with future business needs.Manage site budgets and capital planning with strong financial oversight to control costs and ensure long-term sustainability.Build strong internal partnerships (Sales, Supply Chain, Product Development, etc.) to optimize operations and service delivery.Develop and implement effective resourcing strategies for labor, contractors, and equipment to maintain readiness.Drive production scheduling and planning with Supply Chain to meet lead time and quality commitments.Manage employee relations in a unionised environment, fostering trust and open communication.Develop site leadership capabilities through feedback, goal setting, and development plans.Key CriteriaExtensive operational leadership experience in manufacturing or heavy engineeringStrong understanding of operational budgeting, capital planning and cost controlExperience leading within unionised environments and driving safety culture changeFamiliarity with Lean or Six Sigma principlesTertiary qualifications in Manufacturing, Engineering, Business or equivalent experienceLocation: Based in Bassendean, overseeing both Bassendean and Wundowie operations.If youd like to be part of a team thats changing the game, apply now with your resume and a brief cover letter telling us why this is the right next step for you.Everyone has a story... be part of ours.Why join our team at Bradken?Safety first environment and mindsetFlexible work optionsCompetitive Total Reward PackagesGlobal and local recognition programsLearning and Development focusEducation assistanceEAP for you and your familyCommunity Involvement ProgramBefore commencing employment, you will be required to complete a psychometric assessment and a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing.WE RESPECTFULLY REQUEST NO RECRUITMENT AGENCY APPROACHESBradken is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, engaging, and flexible environment for our people because great things happen when individuals are given the opportunity to bring themselves into their work. 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