The Engineering Manager is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the Production Engineering and Research & Development (R&D) teams within the Wagners Composite Fibre Technology business. This position drives strategic and operational initiatives related to capital project delivery, continuous improvement, and the development of commercially attractive new products. The Engineering Manager ensures that all engineering activities align with business objectives and deliver value through innovation, efficiency, and technical excellence.

This is a full-time position with a competitive remuneration package.

Main Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

Lead, mentor and develop the Production Engineering and R&D teams to foster a high-performance, collaborative culture.Ensure effective resource planning, capability development, and succession planning within the engineering function.Promote cross-functional collaboration with operations, maintenance, quality, product engineering and commercial teams.Ensure all engineering activities comply with regulatory, safety, and quality standards.

Capital Project Delivery

Manage the full lifecycle of capital projects: from initial scoping and feasibility/business case development through to detailed design, procurement, installation, commissioning, and handover.Ensure capital projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to required safety, quality, and performance standards.Maintain strong project governance, stakeholder engagement, and reporting processes.

Continuous Improvement

Drive continuous improvement initiatives across production processes to enhance safety, efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability.Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies to identify and work with the operational team to implement process improvements.Support equipment upgrades, layout optimization, and automation initiatives.

Research & Development

Oversee the development of innovative and commercially sound new products, from concept through to commercialization.Collaborate with marketing, sales, and customers to identify market needs and translate them into viable product solutions.Ensure R&D projects align with the company’s strategic direction and return on investment targets. 

About You

To be successful in this role you need:

Minimum 7–10 years of engineering experience ideally in a manufacturing or similar environment, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role.Proven experience managing cross-functional teams and delivering capital projects and product development initiatives.Strong project management skills.Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or related field).

Why Wagners?

Wagners Composite Fibre Technologies (WCFT) is a world leader in the development and application of fibre-reinforced plastic composite engineered materials. 

Employee Benefits

Positive workplace culture where we pride ourselves on a culture of diversity, inclusiveness, community support and strong family values.Employee health and wellbeing programs that include fun sporting events, team BBQs, social events, discounted health fund membership, discounted gym membership, and moreSalary packaging options such as novated leases

How to Apply

If you are interested in being a part of Wagners growing global business, please use the links to submit:

A cover letter of no more than 1 page describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of the role.A resume of no more than 4 pages including current qualifications, tickets, licences, certificates.

Please direct any related questions to Ryan on 0448 907 343.

Suitable candidates will participate in the Wagners Recruitment Process including employment reference checks, police check and a drug and alcohol screen.  Wagners is an Equal Opportunity Employer, values diversity and promotes a Safe work environment.

You must have Australian Working Rights. This is not a sponsorship role.

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