General Manager- Manufacturing

Who We Are: 

Bradken is a global company known for designing and manufacturing high-performance wear solutions for the mining and resources industry; equipping the resources sector to advance society sustainably. 

With operations spanning multiple continents and a strong focus on sustainability, Bradken is committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2030. 

As General Manager – Manufacturing APAC reporting to the Executive General Manager Operations you will sit at the centre of our manufacturing leadership, shaping how we deliver operational excellence, build long-term capability, and drive industrial innovation across the region. 

As General Manager – Manufacturing APAC, you will be part of a global company known for designing and manufacturing high-performance wear solutions for the mining and resources industry. With operations spanning multiple continents and a strong focus on sustainability, Bradken is committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2030. 

The Role: 

This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of a technically diverse and commercially critical manufacturing footprint across the Asia Pacific region. As General Manager – Manufacturing APAC, you will lead nine foundry and machining sites, with accountability for performance, capital investment, safety, and culture. Positioned at the heart of our manufacturing leadership, you will shape how we deliver operational excellence, build long-term capability, and drive industrial innovation across the region. 

In addition to regional responsibilities, the role holds global accountability for asset management strategy and manufacturing training. You will play a key role in aligning Bradken’s operations with growth, customer delivery, and innovation goals. Collaborating closely with global leaders across Supply Chain, Operations, Technology, Product Development, and Commercial, you’ll ensure manufacturing outcomes support both current priorities and future direction. 

Key focus areas 

• Develop and lead the execution of Bradken’s APAC manufacturing strategy in alignment with broader customer, commercial, service, and environmental objectives 

• Guide regional operations across safety, quality, cost, delivery and sustainability with strong governance and KPI alignment to meet performance goals 

• Oversee capital investment planning and execution, and maintain a forward-looking asset strategy that supports long-term competitiveness 

• Leads and fosters a proactive safety culture that delivers world class safety performance and supports Bradken’s commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2030 

• Partner cross-functionally & globally to align site execution with product development, customer delivery, and supply chain priorities 

• Embed ISO and risk frameworks, ensure audit readiness, and drive continuous improvement across the network 

• Build strong, accountable leadership across the sites, with a focus on talent development, clarity of performance standards, and integrated decision-making 

• Lead communication and change through systems, process, and capability shifts, ensuring clarity and connection across levels 

Your background 

• Senior manufacturing leadership experience across heavy industry, ideally within foundry, steelmaking, or complex metal production 

• Felt Safety Leader that actively demonstrates safety is a core value through actions and behaviours.  

• Technical credibility in casting, machining, heat treatment, or related processes, combined with commercial fluency 

• A track record of managing large operational teams and multi-site performance, including capital and safety accountability 

• Experience aligning operational strategy with business growth, product development, and customer outcomes 

• A collaborative and decisive leadership style with the ability to lead through complexity and build lasting stakeholder trust 

• Tertiary qualifications in engineering, metallurgy, business, or related fields 

This role, open to candidates based in Brisbane, Newcastle and Perth, requires frequent travel to our manufacturing sites across the APAC region to ensure effective oversight and implementation of strategic initiatives.

If you’re ready to lead a team that’s transforming the industry, we invite you to apply. Please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter highlighting why this role is the perfect next step in your career. The closing date for applications is 4 August 2025. Everyone has a story…be part of ours! 
  
Why join our team at Bradken?  

This is a key leadership role with significant influence over how Bradken delivers industrial manufacturing across the region and into the future. The business offers a clearly defined remit, strong internal alignment, and access to resources that support change. 
 

• Lead transformative initiatives and shape the future of manufacturing within a global leader in the industry. 

• Drive significant improvements in safety, sustainability, and operational excellence across our manufacturing sites. 

• Be at the forefront of integrating cutting-edge manufacturing practices and technologies. 

• Collaborate with a diverse team across multiple countries, contributing to Bradken’s global success. 

• Benefit from a comprehensive and competitive compensation package. 

• Access continuous professional and leadership development opportunities and advanced education programs. 

• Flexible work options that support a healthy balance between professional and personal life. 

• Be acknowledged for your contributions through our global and local recognition programs. 

• Lead and participate in initiatives that make a positive impact on the communities we serve. 

Before commencing employment, you will be required to complete a psychometric assessment and a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.