The Role
Reporting to the Chief Sustainability and Innovation Officer, you will take full ownership of the Cement & Lime Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with Adbri standards, ISO 9001 requirements and customer specifications, while driving continuous product and process improvement.
Responsibilities
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Leading and managing the Quality Control and Quality Assurance function across Cement & Lime
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Overseeing product management for internal and external SA and NT customers
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Driving investigation and resolution of field product quality issues and customer complaints
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Optimising raw material sourcing and usage to improve operational efficiency and reduce manufacturing costs
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Providing technical leadership on cementitious, concrete and lime-related matters
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Maintaining laboratory NATA accreditation and leading central and remote laboratory teams
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Leading, coaching and developing a team including 3 Quality Control Engineers/Business Partners and a Lab Manager
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Driving the regional Innovation Strategy, including plant trials and product development
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Championing a strong safety culture through visible leadership
About You
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Tertiary qualification in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry or a related discipline (mandatory)
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Minimum 10 years' experience in technical/quality roles within cement, lime, concrete or related manufacturing industries
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Proven people leadership experience with the ability to coach, mentor and drive performance
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Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable management information
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Commercially astute, with confidence engaging clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders
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Excellent communication skills, self-motivated, and comfortable operating both autonomously and collaboratively
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A genuine commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement
Why Adbri?
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Join a business with a long-standing reputation and the backing of a global leader (CRH)
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Lead meaningful, high-impact quality and innovation initiatives across a significant regional operation
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Genuine career development opportunities within Adbri and across the broader CRH network
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Competitive salary package, plus benefits
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Be part of a safety-first, values-driven culture that respects and invests in its people
