Site Manager in Lidcombe, Australia

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package with performance-based bonus scheme
• Work for a values-driven organisation that genuinely invests in its people
• Inclusive and diverse workplace culture where everyone is valued and respected
• Structured talent development and succession planning programs
• Career growth opportunities within a global organisation

About The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and commercially minded Site Manager to lead our manufacturing operation in Lidcombe, NSW.

Reporting to the Industrial Director, Beverages & Milk, you will play a critical leadership role within the National Operations team, driving operational excellence, safety, quality, and continuous improvement across the site.

As Site Manager, you will have overall accountability for Manufacturing, Packaging, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality Assurance (including Laboratory operations), Workplace Health & Safety, and the overall financial performance of the site. You will be responsible for developing and delivering the site's operational and financial objectives, including budget management, cost control, capital investment planning, productivity improvements, and profit and loss outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the overall performance of the manufacturing site, ensuring operational objectives are achieved safely, efficiently, and sustainably.
• Ensure all products are manufactured in full, on time, and to the highest quality standards.
• Drive a strong culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Develop and execute strategies to improve operational efficiency, productivity, and cost performance.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing leadership team and broader workforce.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory, environmental, quality, and food safety requirements.
• Champion the implementation of contemporary manufacturing practices, systems, and technologies to enhance site performance.

About You

You are a proven senior manufacturing leader with a strong track record of delivering results in a complex industrial environment. You possess exceptional leadership capabilities and are passionate about building engaged, high-performing teams.

Skills & Experience

• Tertiary qualifications in Manufacturing, Engineering, Science, or a related discipline are highly regarded.
• Minimum five years' experience in a senior manufacturing leadership role within Dairy, Food Manufacturing, or FMCG environments.
• Demonstrated success managing large-scale manufacturing operations, including production, maintenance, warehousing, and logistics functions.
• Strong leadership capability with experience coaching, mentoring, and developing teams while driving accountability and performance.
• Proven experience managing operational budgets, cost control initiatives, and continuous improvement projects.
• Advanced stakeholder management, negotiation, and change management skills.
• Sound knowledge of food manufacturing compliance requirements, including GMP, HACCP, WHS, and relevant regulatory standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering sustainable business outcomes.

Our Story

Ours is a?STORY?of a family business created by the Besnier Family in 1933 and is today the worlds’ No. 1 dairy company. We are 85,000?loyal?team members working across 100 countries and together we create the?#LactalisExperience.?

Lactalis Australia’s iconic and heritage brands are our?PASSION, providing quality and nutritious products for all Australians. We are?humble, proud and resilient. We care for our employees, land, farmers and consumers, which is our driving purpose to ensure a responsible and sustainable dairy industry. ?

We take pride in developing our internal talent and encourage?entrepreneurship by bringing together pragmatic?and?tenacious?personalities. Our?accountability ensures we have ownership within our roles and with our EXPERTISE?and dairy?"know how",?sets us apart.

Lactalis is a supporter of reducing barriers that exist due to traditional working practices and therefore flexible work arrangements will be considered for this role.

Join the Lactalis Experience

If you are an experienced manufacturing leader seeking an opportunity to make a significant impact within a leading global organisation, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and become part of the Lactalis Australia success story.