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Overview:

Salary

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Job Type

Full Time

Job Category

Boat Builder

Suburb

derrimut

Experience

senior

Job Description:

About Us
Haines Hunter is a world-class boat builder proudly inducted into the Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame. Operating from our state-of-the-art facility in Melbourne’s west, we’re an iconic Australian brand known for quality, innovation, and superior craftsmanship. Join our exceptional team and contribute to building world-class vessels.

The Role
We’re seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Production Coordinator to join our team, reporting to the Operations Manager. This hands-on role combines floor leadership with administrative coordination to ensure smooth production operations. You’ll thrive in our fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.

What You’ll Be Doing
Production & Floor Leadership

Coordinate daily production activities ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products

Maintain strong floor presence to support workflow and team requirements

Lead, motivate, and manage the production team in a productive, compliant environment

Assist with final QC checks and coordinate vessel dispatch

Planning & Coordination

Develop, maintain, and execute production plans

Allocate resources effectively to minimize bottlenecks and meet targets

Liaise between production and sales for accurate timelines and communication

Update schedules and maintain progress reporting

Continuous Improvement

Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement practices

Identify process inefficiencies and drive improvement initiatives

Conduct Root Cause Analysis and implement corrective actions

Maintain and update Standard Operating Procedures

Quality & Safety

Ensure all processes meet stringent quality standards

Verify quality gates at each manufacturing stage

Promote zero-harm safety culture and WorkSafe compliance

Support OH&S program implementation and training

What We’re Looking For
Essential:

Minimum 2+ years manufacturing production experience

Minimum 2+ years supervisor experience

Proven people management and leadership skills

Strong communication and problem-solving abilities

Microsoft Office proficiency (especially Excel)

Understanding of OH&S and WorkSafe requirements

Australian resident available for permanent full-time work

Genuine, verifiable references required

Highly Regarded:

Boat building or marine manufacturing experience

Lean Manufacturing and 5S methodology knowledge

Caravan or boat-building industry background

What We Offer
Secure long-term position with career progression opportunities

Competitive, negotiable salary based on experience and performance

Superior working conditions in our modern, state-of-the-art facility

Iconic brand reputation – work with Australia’s premier boat builder

Opportunity to contribute to world-class vessel manufacturing

Ready to join our exceptional team? Submit your formal application letter, resume, and three genuine, verifiable references. Only applications with verifiable references will be considered.

Required Skills:

• Ability to work autonomously
• Physically fit
• Understanding of safe work practices
• Forklift licence
• Australian driver's license
• Fault finding
• Excellent communication
• Other

Experience & Industry:

• Senior

• Boat manufacturers