General Manager - Steel Fabrication FacilityHarris Steel Fabrication is seeking an experienced and dynamic General Manager to lead our steel fabrication facility based in Geelong, VIC. This exciting leadership role offers the opportunity to oversee a team working on high-profile, historic landmark projects in Geelong, while also driving innovation in custom structural fabrication, welding, and bespoke designs for residential and commercial projects. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in steel fabrication, with a strong background in managing operations, driving growth, and delivering high-quality projects across a range of sectors. This position also presents potential for partnership for the right candidate.About Harris Steel Fabrication:At Harris Steel Fabrication, we specialize in custom structural fabrication and welding for both residential and commercial projects. Our expertise includes creating bespoke steel designs, such as custom steel windows, doors, balustrades, and more. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality workmanship, offering cutting, forming, and welding services, and a wide range of metal finishes. From small-scale residential projects to large commercial builds, our commitment to excellence is at the core of everything we do.Key Responsibilities:Operations Management: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the steel fabrication facility, ensuring efficient workflows and high-quality output in all projects, from custom fabrication to large-scale commercial and residential builds. Manage production timelines and ensure adherence to quality standards.Structural Steel Expertise: Have the ability to interpret engineering drawings, perform tasks such as cutting, drilling, punching, and welding steel components, and apply surface treatments to prevent corrosion. Also capable of assembling subcomponents, transporting and erecting steel sections on-site, and ensuring proper alignment and secure connections using bolts, welds, or rivets.Custom Fabrication Expertise: Drive the delivery of custom steel fabrication services, including bespoke designs for windows, doors, balustrades, and other specialized elements. Ensure high-quality craftsmanship across all custom fabrication projects, meeting the unique requirements of both residential and commercial clients.Project Management: Oversee the scheduling, resourcing, and execution of complex projects. Manage a variety of projects simultaneously, ensuring all timelines, budgets, and client expectations are met. Collaborate with the Hamilton Group on high-value design and construct projects for both landmark and custom fabrication works.Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of skilled fabricators, and operational staff. Foster a collaborative, high-performance work environment that focuses on both professional growth and achieving company goals. Identify opportunities for expanding the business and maintaining a competitive edge in the market.Problem Solving: Address challenges related to production efficiency, project execution, and resource management. Apply effective problem-solving strategies to ensure smooth project delivery and minimise delays.Safety & Quality Assurance: Champion a strong safety culture within the facility, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. Maintain rigorous quality standards on every project, ensuring the best results for our clients, from residential custom builds to large commercial projects.About You:Experience: A minimum of 4 years in a managerial role within the steel fabrication or design and construct industry, with a proven track record of managing complex projects, leading teams, and driving operational excellence. Experience in custom fabrication or welding for both residential and commercial projects is highly desirable.Technical Knowledge: In-depth understanding of steel fabrication processes, including the ability to read and interpret technical workshop drawings, blueprints, and design documents. Familiarity with custom fabrication, such as steel windows, doors, balustrades, and bespoke designs, is a plus.Work Environment: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing priorities. Comfort managing both high-profile landmark projects and custom fabrication work for a range of clients.Why Join Us?Exciting Projects: Work on high-profile landmark projects and contribute to the restoration and construction of historic landmarks in Geelong, while also leading custom fabrication for residential and commercial clients.Partnership Potential: This role offers the right candidate the potential for partnership in the business, providing long-term growth opportunities.Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values innovation, quality, and excellence. Work closely with the award-winning Hamilton Group on prestigious projects that showcase your leadership and expertise.Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary, profit share package, and options to become a partner and acquire equity.If you have a passion for steel fabrication, custom designs, and working on landmark projects, identifying new opportunities, while leading a talented team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Harris Steel Fabrication.
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