Supervisor, Manufacturing ​/ Production, Operations Manager

About Eptec Group

Eptec Group is a specialist contractor delivering asset preservation and rehabilitation services across the defence, marine, transport, and infrastructure sectors. Our expertise spans corrosion management, blasting and painting, structural remediation, waterproofing, cathodic protection, CFRP structural strengthening, and pipeline hazard assessments.

Eptec delivers across a diverse range of industry sectors, including naval, defence, marine, transport, and infrastructure. Recent projects undertaken by the Eptec include Peats Ferry Bridge, Burnett River Bridge, Brisbane Cross River Rail, Sydney Metro Trains, Hobart Class Air Warfare Destroyers (AWDs), Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPVs), Collins Class Submarine Full Cycle Dockings (FCDs) in South Australia, and now the Hunter Class Frigate Program.

• Permanent full‑time role with competitive salary, allowances & super
• Career development opportunities in a growing national business
• Supportive team culture that values safety, inclusion and collaboration
• On‑site parking and well‑organised work locations
• Ongoing training and development to help you grow

We’re looking for an experienced Blast & Paint Supervisor to lead our team in Henderson, WA, supporting the ASC West Project, with flexibility to work shift patterns.

This is a hands‑on leadership role where you'll be responsible for delivering high‑quality outcomes safely, on time, and in full compliance with contract and regulatory standards.

Important:
Due to security clearance requirements, only Australian citizens can be considered.

• Lead, mentor and manage a team of field‑based painters/blasters
• Drive Eptec’s Zero Harm safety culture across all works
• Oversee project delivery including task planning, risk assessments, and quality control
• Ensure subcontractors and suppliers meet compliance and quality benchmarks
• Maintain accurate project documentation and progress reports
• Champion continuous improvement and professional growth within your team

• 2–3+ years’ experience supervising blast & paint
• Ability to work safely in confined spaces, including accessing areas within submarines
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Technical expertise in surface prep, coating systems, hazardous substances and QA/QC
• NACE Level 2 (preferred but not essential)
• Background in defence or infrastructure remediation highly desirable
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable managing site documentation

We’re proud of our diverse and inclusive workforce. Our values create a safe, respectful, and high‑performing environment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who want to be part of a business that values people, safety, and technical excellence.

If you’re looking for your next leadership opportunity in a business that values your skills and will support your development, we’d love to hear from you.

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