Workshop Manager
We are looking for a hands-on manager to lead the Vortex Mechanical workshop team.
Summary about this job
Management
Company: Vortex Group
Location: Bay of Plenty
Work type: Full Time
Salary: n\a
Phone: +64-4-478-6077
Fax: +64-9-970-4590
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Detail information about job Workshop Manager. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Are you a trade qualified heavy machinist?
- Do you have great leadership and people management skills?
- Are you looking for a new and exciting opportunity?
About the business
Vortex Mechanical is a heavy industrial precision engineering company located centrally in Rotorua New Zealand. Our team of highly skilled engineers offer complete engineering solutions. We have a product range of hydro power turbines that we manufacture for Vortex Hydro. We have 3d scanning, modelling and design services with a complete electrical capability within the group of companies.
We are a company focused on providing engineering services with an emphasis on reliability, safety and innovation. We provide products designed to perform. We specialize in design, manufacture, installation and servicing of numerous industries including:
- Power generation
- Forestry
- Pulp & paper
- Dairy
We are committed to working in partnership with clients by developing systems and solutions to increase their productivity and efficiency which will contribute to their success.
About the role
The business has been undergoing development by Vortex Group and has recently acquired 3 new CNC machine tools to expand capacity. With two years of internal product manufacturing scheduled, we are now looking for a manager to lead an improvement program which will lead to business growth and development for the team. The key responsibilities of the role are:
- Work with the Director and Shareholders in the development, review and implementation of the company Strategic Plan and Company Vision.
- Develop and document annual plans as defined by the group.
- Provide strong direction and leadership to the entire team.
- Recognize that people are the key to the business success, and therefore place a high priority on the application of sound human resource management principles.
- Oversee the financial management of the division, ensuring strong cashflow and appropriate financial instruments are in place.
- Take a lead in the sales and marketing focus of the company by being responsible for the sales and marketing activities to gain new business.
- Understand the risks associated with the business and manage those risks appropriately.
- Drive an absolute quality focus within the business.
- Ensure the company maintains a close working relationship with key suppliers.
- Develop and implement appropriate information technology systems to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the company
What you'll need to succeed in this role
Ideally you will have a sound background of machining and fitting in a heavy industrial environment, and be competent in the operation of large lathes, milling machines, borers, and planers.
You will be comfortable developing innovative design solutions in conjunction with the client.
You will have very good communication skills, able to work well with people on the workshop floor, and clients from industrial sites.
You will have drive and passion for the engineering industry, and be looking for a challenging and rewarding role.