Factory Manager - Commercial Joinery

Zillmere / Brisbane Northside QLD | Full-time | Manufacturing

Lead the factory. Strengthen the systems. Deliver quality commercial joinery.

 Burke & Wills Joinery is seeking an experienced, practical and people-focused Factory Manager to lead the day-to-day performance of our commercial joinery manufacturing operation in Brisbane.

This is a hands-on leadership role with real ownership. You will coordinate production priorities, lead the factory team, maintain safety and quality standards, improve workflow and ensure completed joinery is ready for delivery and installation. The role will suit an experienced joinery professional who can create structure, solve problems early and build a high-performing factory environment.

Burke & Wills delivers commercial construction, fitout, maintenance and in-house manufacturing services. Our joinery team produces customised commercial joinery with a strong focus on quality, precision, teamwork, safety and long-term client relationships.

https://burkeandwillsprojects.com.au/joinery-manufacturing/

·       Leading daily and weekly factory production, job priorities and workflow.

·       Allocating work to foremen, cabinet makers, apprentices and factory staff.

·       Reviewing drawings, specifications, cutting lists, materials and hardware before production.

·       Coordinating job readiness, production progress, delivery and installation requirements.

·       Maintaining high standards of workmanship, quality control and presentation.

·       Leading WHS, housekeeping, machinery safety, PPE and corrective actions.

·       Monitoring labour, materials, machinery capacity, waste, delays and production risks.

·       Working closely with project managers, estimators, drafting/design, procurement and installers.

·       Coaching and guiding the team, setting clear expectations and supporting accountability and development.

·       Improving production systems, communication, reporting and factory efficiency.

·       Strong experience in commercial joinery, cabinetry, shopfitting or a related manufacturing environment.

·       Previous experience leading a factory, workshop, production team or joinery crew.

·       Ability to read and interpret plans, shop drawings and technical documentation.

·       Practical knowledge of joinery materials, hardware and factory machinery, including CNC processes.

·       Clear leadership, communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.

·       Commitment to safety, quality, teamwork and professional standards.

·       A cabinet-making or related trade qualification is preferred.

·       Experience with Cabinet Making, Microvellum or production scheduling systems is advantageous.

·       A key leadership role with genuine influence over factory performance and growth.

·       A varied pipeline of commercial joinery and fitout projects.

·       A supportive team focused on integrity, quality, safety and long-term client relationships.

·       The opportunity to improve systems, develop people and help shape the future of the manufacturing operation.

·       Permanent full-time employment and a competitive package aligned with experience and responsibilities.

How to apply
Please submit your current résumé and a cover letter outlining your joinery production, leadership experience through SEEK.

Alternatively, send your application to *****@bwprojects.com.au or contact 0439 338 *** for a confidential discussion.