Volgren was established in 1977 and is Australia’s largest and most successful bus body builder with three manufacturing facilities located in Queensland, Victoria and Western Australia with Aftersales facilities across four states including VIC, QLD, WA and New South Wales.
Volgren builds bus bodies for the world’s leading chassis manufacturer’s including Volvo, Scania, Mercedes, MAN and most recently we delivered Queensland’s first ‘E’ bus on a BYD chassis.
Our uncompromising manufacturing standards, class leading technology and our unmatched after sales service ensure our customers can trust in our product.
Our focus is to provide great working and learning opportunities to passionate people who are ready to walk with us towards growth, progress and transformation. We are a bunch of people who really love what we do, champion ideas and innovation, get around each other and strive for quality.
Our focus is to provide a safe working environment with multiple opportunities for passionate and enthusiastic people who want to improve and hone their skills whilst learning about the manufacture of the transport of future - Electric Vehicles.
Our values include:
Respect and Appreciation of People
Making it Happen with Excellence
Customer Satisfaction
Ethics and Integrity
Sustainability
Teamwork
BENEFITS:
Develop and expand your skills with our National Upskilling Program and Learning & Development opportunities.
Contribute to a growing global organization with local and international career pathways through Volgren Australia and Marcopolo.
Be part of a team that supports local content initiatives backed by the government.
Enjoy a safe, modern, and well-equipped work environment with clean facilities.
Cross-skill across various sections and departments to broaden your experience.
Free onsite parking.
Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for support.
Participate in our National Incentive Program and seize opportunities for interstate travel.
Job Description
ABOUT THE ROLE:
With the recent local and world markets shift toward zero emission vehicles and benefitting from Volgren’s strong focus on the design and development of innovative new bus solutions, we are looking to increase our workforce at this exciting time with talented individuals contributing to the overall success of our company.
We are currently hiring Section Leader for our Eagle Farm facility. This hands-on role requires a motivated and driven individual who thrives in a safety-conscious environment. This is a permanent, full-time position with a market-competitive pay rate based on experience and qualifications, in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement.
Ensure and continuously improve a safe working environment by enforcing Volgren's Code of Conduct, Safety, Environmental, and PPE policies.
Maintain and enhance 5S principles across the workplace.
Lead and engage your team by setting an example and achieving key performance indicators (KPIs) in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC).
Develop and train team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Manage direct reports and their duties, including hiring and workforce planning in collaboration with Human Resources.
Maintain and improve high-quality standards in all processes.
Ensure on-time delivery of buses by meeting production schedules and targets.
Optimize build processes to meet budgeted hours and drive efficiency through continuous improvement initiatives.
Provide regular updates to the Operations Manager on production progress and performance.
Desired Skills and Experience
QUALIFICATIONS/ EXPERIENCE
Background in the manufacturing industry, with experience in data analysis.
Able to work autonomously and as part of a team
Willingness to expand upon the role
High level of problem-solving ability with focus on root cause elimination
Experience in a fast-paced production environment
Experience with conflict resolution and in managing a large team of employees to meet scheduled deadlines
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.) and Sharepoint
Experience in LEAN manufacturing
Knowledge of WHS regulations and requirements
Knowledge of EBA and company requirements to adhere to EBA
Crane Training preferred but not required
This position also requires the applicant to undertake a pre-employment medical which includes a drug and alcohol analysis, musculoskeletal evaluation and hearing test
Applicants must have the right to work and live in Australia.
Our Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:
Volgren is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and developing an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.
As an Inclusive employer we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people from Indigenous Business Sectors, people of all genders including those who identify as LGBTQIA, people with a disability and from disability enterprises, people from Sustainable Regions, Disadvantaged Sectors and Social Enterprises and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
We are committed to treating every application objectively, follow a coherent screening and interview process and we hire based on attitude, skill and merit.
**PLEASE NOTE: Due to a high volume of applicants, only short listed candidates will be contacted.*
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