General Manager - Operations (Manufacturing)

Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics

Leadership Role | Multi-Site Operation | Transformation & Continuous Improvement

An outstanding opportunity exists for a General Manager – Operations to lead a complex, multi-site manufacturing environment within a highly regulated industry. A commutable distance from Brisbane and the Gold Coast, with relocation assistance provided if needed.

This is a critical leadership role responsible for end-to-end plant performance, with a strong mandate to embed best practice processes, drive continuous improvement, and lead operational transformation across the business.

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead multi-site manufacturing operations to deliver on safety, quality, and output targets
  • Own the manufacturing P&L, driving cost optimisation, productivity, and efficiency improvements
  • Champion best practice manufacturing processes, standardisation, and operational governance across all sites
  • Lead and embed Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement frameworks to drive measurable performance gains
  • Deliver transformation initiatives including automation, process redesign, and digital manufacturing
  • Build a culture of data-driven decision making, accountability, and ongoing improvement

What You Bring:

  • Senior leadership experience in FMCG or regulated manufacturing
  • Success leading multi-site operations and large teams
  • Record of driving continuous improvement and operational transformation
  • Experience embedding Lean / Six Sigma / best practice methodologies
  • Commercial acumen with P&L ownership
  • Ability to influence, align, and lead change across complex organisations

Why Apply?

  • High-impact role with full operational ownership
  • Opportunity to drive transformation and build best-in-class manufacturing capability
  • Work within a growth-focused, innovation-driven environment
  • Excellent salary + benefits.

Please apply with current resume in Microsoft Word format only (.doc or .docx). If you would like to have a confidential discussion, please contact George Hall on +61 0468341514, Want to know more about Davidson? Visit us at www.davidsonwp.com

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Work type:  Full Time

Date posted:  08-Apr-2026

Location:  Sydney - New South Wales

Reference:  JN -042026-42949

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