Merlimau, Malaysia On-site

Bradken is hiring an Operations Lead

Responsibilities

  • Promote a proactive safety culture by modeling safe behaviors and ensuring risks are consistently identified and resolved.
  • Align manufacturing and shipping activities with delivery schedules, quality benchmarks, and cost targets to meet customer expectations.
  • Advance operational performance through consistent plan execution, efficient use of resources, and ongoing process improvements.
  • Foster collaborative team outcomes by partnering with maintenance, supply chain, and commercial functions to resolve issues and enhance site performance.
  • Ensure safety remains the top priority in every decision and interaction across all operations.
  • Proactively detect and correct unsafe conditions with timely actions and clear accountability.
  • Guarantee full compliance with safety, sustainability, and operational standards across all team activities.
  • Manage incident reporting, lead investigations, and ensure corrective actions are completed effectively.
  • Perform regular safety checks and audits to verify the effectiveness of safety systems.
  • Lead site-wide initiatives to improve safety and sustainability performance.
  • Ensure all production and dispatch staff are properly trained and follow established procedures.
  • Supervise production and dispatch teams to meet manufacturing, quality, and customer service goals.
  • Coordinate with sales to confirm orders and align with delivery timelines accurately.
  • Manage raw material inventory and working capital efficiently to support production needs.
  • Uphold strict cost controls and adherence to cost management practices.
  • Collaborate with maintenance teams to support preventive maintenance and improve equipment reliability.
  • Provide regular operational performance updates on daily, weekly, and monthly cycles.
  • Develop and implement medium-term operational plans that align resources with business priorities.
  • Oversee daily production scheduling and adapt plans to respond to changing demands.
  • Track performance using financial, operational, safety, and compliance indicators.
  • Identify, define, and execute improvement projects to boost efficiency and output.
  • Plan workforce needs, including training, capability development, and shift scheduling.
  • Drive continuous improvement efforts that strengthen long-term operational capacity.
  • Lead, mentor, and engage teams to achieve sustained performance gains.
  • Serve as a key member of the Site Leadership Team, contributing to strategic direction, culture, and performance results.

Benefits

  • Workplace culture prioritizing safety above all else
  • Flexible working arrangements available
  • Competitive total compensation packages
  • Recognition programs at global and local levels
  • Paid parental leave entitlement
  • Emphasis on learning and professional development
  • Support for educational advancement
  • Employee Assistance Program available for employees and their families
  • Opportunities to participate in community engagement initiatives

Compensation

Competitive Total Reward Packages

Work Arrangement

On-site

Team

Reports to Site Manager

Work Location

This position is located in Merlimau, Malaysia

Application Deadline

Applications must be submitted by April 16, 2026

Assessment Requirements

Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a psychometric assessment

Pre-Employment Requirements

Candidates must complete a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol testing

Application Instructions

WE RESPECTFULLY REQUEST NO APPROACHES FROM RECRUITMENT AGENCIES

Pre-Employment Process

Prior to starting employment, candidates must complete both a psychometric assessment and a pre-employment medical examination, which includes drug and alcohol testing

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Bradken
Bradken is a global leader in the design, manufacture and supply of wear products and services for mining equipment, equipping the resource sector to sustainably advance society.
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