Production Manager

About Us

Civilmart and Infrastructure Products Australia (IPA) have come together under the global parent company CRH. This merger marks a significant step in strengthening Australia’s civil infrastructure supply chain by combining the expertise and capabilities of two of the most recognised names in precast and civil concrete manufacturing. 

 

Position Overview

Based at our Larapinta site, Civilmart is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead our manufacturing operations and drive production performance across multiple work centres.

Reporting to the Area Manager and forming part of the site leadership team, you'll be responsible for leading frontline leaders, overseeing production activities, managing workforce capability and ensuring operational targets are achieved safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

You'll have the opportunity to influence site performance, identify continuous improvement opportunities and help shape the future growth and success of the Heathwood operation.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the Larapinta production facility, ensuring safety, quality and output targets are achieved.
• Manage and support Team Leaders across multiple production areas.
• Drive a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with WHS requirements.
• Monitor production performance and take action to meet customer delivery expectations.
• Plan labour and resources to support daily production requirements.
• Coach and develop frontline leaders to build capability and team performance.
• Lead daily production meetings and communicate priorities across the operation.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and productivity.
• Work closely with Planning, Maintenance, Sales and Supply Chain teams to ensure smooth production flow.
• Oversee yard operations and maintain high standards of housekeeping and site presentation.
• Manage production reporting and ensure quality and operational standards are maintained.
• Contribute to operational planning and continuous improvement initiatives across the site.

About You

• Proven experience in a production supervisor, manufacturing supervisor or similar leadership role.
• Minimum 3 years' experience within a manufacturing, construction materials, infrastructure or heavy industrial environment.
• Demonstrated success leading and developing operational teams.
• Strong track record of delivering production targets while maintaining safety and quality standards.
• Experience overseeing multiple production work centres.
• A hands-on leader who can engage, coach and hold teams accountable for performance.
• Strong understanding of workforce planning, productivity improvement and operational efficiency.
• Sound problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Experience in precast concrete, concrete products, construction materials or a related manufacturing environment will be highly regarded.

 

Safety & Compliance

At Civilmart, safety is our highest priority. This role requires:

• Participation in a pre-employment medical (including Drug & Alcohol screening)
• Ongoing compliance with our zero-tolerance Drug & Alcohol policy
• Commitment to WHS, Quality and Environmental standards

 

What You Can Expect

• A competitive remuneration
• An exciting challenge and meaningful responsibilities
• A company focused on your growth and career development
• Numerous global opportunities within our CRH network, offering career growth and international exposure