ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:

We are looking for a Technical Manager / Solutions Lab Manager to join our Powder Coatings team. The role will be reporting to the Regional Solutions Lab Manager South Asia and based in our Sunshine North, Melbourne office. You will oversee the technology utilisation, technical staff, and resources to support the sustained profit and growth of the Australian & New Zealand Powder Business.

WHAT DO WE OFFER IN AKZONOBEL:

Being a Global company, we have a suite of benefits we can offer than your standard permanent role and job stability:

• Career Pathway and Training: We’re committed to helping you reach your career goals. We offer training and development opportunities that open doors to your next steps.
• Company Culture: Experience a dynamic and inclusive culture that values innovation and collaboration.
• Competitive Salary and Performance Bonuses: Don’t settle for the ordinary. You have the potential to earn more with performance bonuses on top of your base salary!
• Let AkzoNobel help you meet your health goals: Your health matters to us. Enjoy a free annual flu vaccination and financial support for health and wellbeing programs of your choice each year.
• Want to stretch your dollar further? Enjoy exclusive discounts on HP products, discounted private health insurance with Bupa, as well as special corporate rates for car rentals through Avis, saving you money on essential purchases and travel expenses.
• Looking for more perks? Join us to find out more…

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Planning and Management: Develop and manage the activities of the Powder R&D Department in alignment with the Powder Business Plan to meet business objectives.
• Product Development: Ensure the timely delivery of current and new product developments according to Sales and Marketing Plans, contributing to sustained business growth.
• Product Trials: Oversee product trials to ensure they meet customer specifications and expectations, maintaining high standards of quality.
• Implementation: Communicate technical aspects impacting manufacturing processes to ensure right-first-time production, enhancing operational efficiency.
• Technical Support: Provide comprehensive technical support and training to sales staff, internal stakeholders, and customers, optimizing product performance and fostering strong customer relationships.
• QHS&E Management: Manage Health, Safety, and Environment Plans and Product Stewardship programs within the laboratory to achieve site objectives and targets.
• Staff Development: Foster the development of staff within the Powder R&D Department, promoting individual and business growth and improving engagement.
• Compliance: Design and maintain internal controls to meet audit compliance standards, ensuring adherence to corporate and site objectives.

Being a Global company, we have a suite of benefits we can offer than your standard permanent role and job stability:

• Career Pathway and Training: We’re committed to helping you reach your career goals. We offer training and development opportunities that open doors to your next steps.
• Company Culture: Experience a dynamic and inclusive culture that values innovation and collaboration.
• Competitive Salary and Performance Bonuses: Don’t settle for the ordinary. You have the potential to earn more with performance bonuses on top of your base salary!
• Let AkzoNobel help you meet your health goals: Your health matters to us. Enjoy a free annual flu vaccination and financial support for health and wellbeing programs of your choice each year.
• Want to stretch your dollar further? Enjoy exclusive discounts on HP products, discounted private health insurance with Bupa, as well as special corporate rates for car rentals through Avis, saving you money on essential purchases and travel expenses.
• Looking for more perks? Join us to find out more