Rod Mill Supervisor - Laverton

About the role

Join a 2026 AFR BOSS Best Places to Work Gold Winner and 2026 Sustainability Champion recognised by the World Steel Association. Play a key role in shaping our performance across our InfraBuild business.

Reporting to the Operations Superintendent Rod Mill role and based at our Laverton site, the Rod Mill Supervisor is a hands-on leadership role responsible for driving the operational performance of the Rod Mill crew. You will lead with desired crew — balancing safety, productivity, and cost efficiency while developing a high-performing team.

What you will be doing:

• Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring full compliance with EHS policies, leading proactive safety initiatives, and driving continuous risk reduction across the operation


• Provide clear communication, coaching, and performance management while building team capability and supporting employee development


• Lead and drive Rod Mill operations to achieve production targets, optimise yield, minimise downtime, and maximise equipment availability.


• Analyse daily performance, investigate delays, and implement continuous improvement initiatives aligned with manufacturing plans.


• Coordinate resources effectively, support production schedules, and collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure reliable operations.


• Manage and optimise staffing, control overtime, and ensure efficient use of resources to meet operational,5S and financial targets.

Shift: 12 hours rotating shifts (days and nights) + Overtime

You will be rewarded with:

• Team environment with strong safety culture


• Long-term career development opportunities within a large national organisation

Primary Benefits:

We offer a range of benefits designed to support you at work and beyond:

• Paid parental leave that goes further - 20 weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks Partner Leave, plus superannuation contributions during unpaid leave (eligibility applies)


• Health cover at discounted rates - Access corporate rates with nib Health Insurance to support you and your family


• Everyday savings - Access a wide range of employee discounts across major brands including retail, travel and lifestyle

What you will bring:

• Mechanical Tertiary education or Mechanical trade background preferred


• Previous supervisory experience, ideally within the steel industry or heavy manufacturing


• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment


• Passion for delivering results, with a track record of improving operational efficiency, minimising delays and optimising mill performance


• Solid leadership capability with experience in supervising and coaching diverse teams


• Strong focus on safety, quality and customer outcomes, with a commitment to continuous improvement

Why join us?

We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry.

• Work with a greater purpose - join us on our pursuit of a sustainable future and contribute to our nation’s legacy.


• Work well, live better – experience a safe, supportive and inclusive environment which values you as a whole person and where wellbeing matters.


• Build their own future – grow and drive your own development to grow your skills. Everyday is an opportunity to grow.

About us

InfraBuild manufactures steel using recycled scrap through our electric arc furnace network in Victoria and New South Wales.
Our integrated model, from recycling to rolling, supports consistent quality, supply reliability and the development of lower embodied carbon steel solutions for Australia’s construction industry.

How to apply

We invite you to forge your career in a workplace where passion meets purpose, wellbeing is nurtured and the opportunity to thrive is in your hands.

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Your diversity helps us create more sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia’s future.

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