Chief Operating Officer (Manufacturing)

Davidson ·www.davidsonwp.com

Location Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Salary AUD 30,000 - 400,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Executive
Source Shazamme
Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics
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Leadership Role | Multi-Site Operation | Transformation & Continuous Improvement

An outstanding opportunity exists for a Chief Operating Officer - Manufacturing 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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The Chief Operating Officer (Manufacturing) role with Davidson is based in Brisbane, QLD, AU.
What does the Chief Operating Officer (Manufacturing) role pay?
Davidson lists the Chief Operating Officer (Manufacturing) role at AUD 30,000–400,000 per year.
Is the Chief Operating Officer (Manufacturing) role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Davidson.
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