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Production Manager


Company : Boweng


Location : Adelaide, South Australia


Created : 2026-01-31


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

We''re Looking for an A-Grade Production Manager to Help Build Big Things and Bigger TeamsWe don''t just build bridges we build serious steel, strong communities, and great people.And right now, we''re looking for a high-performing Production Manager ready to level up and lead.This isn''t just another workshop job.This is your chance to take a senior handson role, train the next generation, and be part of something big like 6,600 tonnes of steel big. That''s what we''re delivering for South Australia''s Torrens to Darlington (T2DA) Tunnel Project.We''ve just installed a 100-tonne crane, we''re bringing in robotic welding systems, and we''re hiring people who want to be part of the future.WHAT YOU''LL BRING10+ years of metal fabrication experience and proud of the work you deliverExperience in managing and leading teams.The drive to lead by example and help others get better.The mindset to solve problems, lift quality, and get things done, together.A handson attitude we don''t have officebased supervisors in the mix here.WHAT YOU''LL GETRewarding Wage RatesTravel Wage Boost Allowance* or Relocation Incentive if you''re ready for a fresh start in regional SA*A secure, longterm career with leadership growth builtin.Opportunity to mentor and train your team while still staying on the tools.A tightknit culture where your voice matters, and you make a real impact.Free relocation support if you''re ready for a fresh start in regional SA*Why Bowhill Engineering?We''re smart, futurefocused, and cultureobsessed.We deliver complex infrastructure (like T2DA) and we invest in our people always.Together We Thrive isn''t just our slogan it''s our way of life.Is this your next move?Let''s chat call our HR Manager, Sam on 08 8570 4208 or apply now.Location: Bowhill, South Australia*conditions applyJob DescriptionRequirements for success within the roleIn a competitive recruitment climate, Bowhill Engineering is known as the employer of choice in the Murraylands and is not afraid to shout out the benefits of joining the Bowhill Engineering team why because we love where we work!We offer exciting opportunities for metal fabricators, welders, and boilermaker welders to join our team with a full work schedule of structural steel engineering projects planned. together we thrive!Why Choose Bowhill Engineering?Bowhill Engineering continues to be proudly familyrun and continues to provide the same commitment to its clients, who have expanded into industries including mining, water, defence, and commercial building, turning it from a local SA success story into an Australiawide industry benchmark.As established structural steel fabricators, we operate an impressive modern metal workshop facility in Bowhill and have worked on some of Australia''s most notable and complex structural steel projects but still consider our services to the local community as our most important work.We''re committed to developing the next generation through our boilermaker apprenticeship and metal fabrication apprenticeship programmes.We are committed to our teams'' growth with team members averaging 5+ years of tenure. We have worked with over 40 apprentices & trainees who have completed their certificates and are now fully qualified. together we thrive!Employee Assistance Programme$100 employee health assistance annually +EAP (Employee Assistance Program) free confidential consultations for yourself and your family via Access Programs (Value $495)Culturise Being Well at Bowhill staff program quarterly personal & team developmentbased programStart & Relocation incentivesRelocation Incentive ORBowhill Accommodation Assistance (up to 6 months, 3 brm house available, accommodation shared as required) Talk to us about your relocation requirements ORDrive in/Drive Out New Employee Kickstart $1000 Fuel Bonus (=$100/fn) Tvl>100km radius* conditions apply, as per personal requirements, subject to position applied for.Reward & RecognitionAn employer of choice in our local region, wages are competitive, and performance basedWage Reviews against industry benchmarks, and paid at above award rate, CPI & Bonus reviews 6 monthlyHonour Roll Years of Service recognitionWage Boost Incentives $1kRecruitment incentives available to existing staff for recruitment of Metal Fabricators and WeldersSocialBEERS Bowhill Engineering Employees Recreational Social Club, regular in house and external events, charity fundraising, Team lunch and Boweng brekky eventsCelebration Hour monthly, early finish, recognition event of all the "good stuff" team and & personalCareer and training opportunitiesCareer Advancement Opportunities Workforce development plans including pathways from welder to senior fabricator rolesIndividual Growth & Development Opportunities Individual Training Plans, Individual goals, P&E training, company role appreciationLeadership Growth leadership development group, growing our next generation of leadersOpportunities to progress into specialised structural steel engineering rolesWorkplace Facilities4x workshop facilities including our new stateoftheart metal workshop, we are extremely lucky to have room to move and grow and provide a safe workplace, with great plant & equipment to work with.Outdoor balcony dining areaFully equipped Lunchroom with eightball tablesWho are we?Well, to summarise, we are a bit of a "BCF" kind of crowd really, we are country people that love to get outdoors and be active, spend time with our families, participate in local sporting groups and generally have a good time. Boating, camping, fishing, 4WDing, cars, bikes, river recreation.... We love it!Company cultureThere is no better feeling than enjoying where you work, working with mates and working together to achieve the big picture!? We are super proud of who we work for, the projects that we achieve and the team that we have! Our retention rate is over 5+ years, testament to the work that we put into our team in an ever-changing and competitive industry.BEERS Social ClubA great, fun way to get to know the team! Whether it is tea at a local pub, go karting, horse racing, celebrating special events, these events are always fun and are held quarterly. Membership is great value at only $5 per fortnight and we love all of our team to be members.Aside from social club activities, we hold a number of inhouse events, including Celebration Hour once a month, where we stop early and celebrate all the good stuff happening with drinks and nibbles as a team! We also have welcome lunches for new staff and morning teas to celebrate important events or dates such as Movember, Sids for Kids and more."Great place to work, they have supported, encouraged and met my work life balance requirements for my family for 10+ years, I enjoy the family team atmosphere"SK ,"Family friendly atmosphere where collaboration and teamwork are both encouraged and rewarding to all clients and employees"Anon ,"They really care and try hard to make it a great place to work. I feel my input is valued."Anon ,"It''s more than just a business, its a family."JW ,"I enjoy working at Bowhill Engineering because of the good work life balance and the wicked blokes that I work with."DG ,"I really enjoy the variety of projects we get to work on. as well as the level of support I receive from all my peers."RC ,"The staff and beyond that make up the Boweng family are encouraging and supportive, not just to achieve work goals, but outside of work as well. I''m proud to be a part of it."EK ,"My experience at Boweng has been positive. The team is very professional, with a great team work culture and being welcomed into the team very quickly."TH ,"I like working with my mates and other good people."JR ,"I love working at Boweng because its such a positive team environment and everyone is always willing to helo you and set you up for success."CG ,Murraylands SA 30 mins Mannum, 40 mins Murray Bridge, 1.50 hrs from AdelaideAt Bowhill Engineering, we believe in supporting causes that matter to our team Learn HowDeclan Fritchley came to us from Eastern Fleurieu School in Strathalbyn, complet Learn HowWe are excited to announce the official opening of our B5 workshopa stateoft Learn HowBowhill Engineering offer opportunities for small group tours upon request ie Regional Schools, local interest groups, etcGroup Tour Request Form Applications may be made to HR manager, Samantha Krollig via email: [email protected]#J-18808-Ljbffr