- determining, implementing and monitoring engineering strategies, policies and plans
- interpreting plans, drawings and specifications, and providing advice on engineering methods and procedures to achieve construction and production requirements
- establishing project schedules and budgets
- ensuring conformity with specifications and plans, and with laws, regulations and safety standards
- ensuring engineering standards of quality, cost, safety, timeliness and performance are observed
- overseeing maintenance requirements to optimise efficiency
- liaising with marketing, research and manufacturing managers regarding engineering aspects of new construction and product design
- may contribute to research and development projects
1333 IMPORTERS, EXPORTERS AND WHOLESALERS
Description:
- IMPORTERS, EXPORTERS AND WHOLESALERS plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate the operations of importing, exporting and wholesaling establishments.
- Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the operations of an importing or exporting establishment.
Skill Level: 1
In Australia and New Zealand:
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).
Tasks:
- identifying local and overseas business opportunities
- developing and implementing business plans, and marketing, operating, human resource, pricing and credit policies and procedures
- determining the mix of products and services to be provided and negotiating conditions of trade
- liaising with local and overseas suppliers and distributors about orders and products
- researching regulatory and statutory requirements affecting the importing, exporting, wholesaling and distribution of goods
- monitoring business performance and preparing estimates, financial statements and reports of operations
- appointing agents and distributors
- arranging the shipping of goods into and out of the country
- overseeing the display and sale of merchandise and preparation of product information for customer service staff and customers
- implementing after-sales service procedures
Occupations:
- 133311 Importer or Exporter
- 133312 Wholesaler
133311 IMPORTER OR EXPORTER
Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the operations of an importing or exporting establishment.
Skill Level: 1
133312 WHOLESALER
Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the operations of a wholesale trading establishment.
Skill Level: 1
133411 MANUFACTURER
Description:
- MANUFACTURERS plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate the operations of small manufacturing establishments.
- Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the operations of a small manufacturing establishment.
Skill Level: 1
In Australia and New Zealand:
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).
Tasks:
- identifying business opportunities, devising new manufacturing processes and determining products to be manufactured
- developing business plans and implementing operational, marketing, human resource and pricing procedures
- researching and implementing regulatory and statutory requirements affecting manufacturing operations and the environment
- directing the activities of production, warehouse, distribution and other operating units
- maintaining quality control systems for manufacturing, waste disposal, delivery and other procedures
- coordinating orders for raw materials, supplies and equipment, and arranging packaging, delivery and wholesaling of products
- overseeing the coordination of after-sales service
- overseeing the provision of quotes for the manufacture of specialised goods and arranging contracts with customers
- may devise and oversee the implementation of production run schedules
1335 Production Managers
Description:
- PRODUCTION MANAGERS plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate the production activities of forestry, manufacturing and mining organisations including physical and human resources.
- Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the production activities of a forestry operation including physical and human resources.
Skill Level: 1
In Australia and New Zealand:
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).
Tasks:
- determining, implementing and monitoring production strategies, policies and plans
- planning details of production activities in terms of output quality and quantity, cost, time available and labour requirements
- controlling the operation of production plant and quality procedures through planning of maintenance, designation of operating hours and supply of parts and tools
- monitoring production output and costs, and adjusting processes and resources to minimise costs
- informing other Managers about production matters
- overseeing the acquisition and installation of new plant and equipment
- directing research into production methods, and recommending and implementing initiatives
- controlling the preparation of production records and reports
- coordinating the implementation of occupational health and safety requirements
- directing staff activities and monitoring their performance
Related Occupations:
- 133511 Production Manager (Forestry)
- 133512 Production Manager (Manufacturing)
- 133513 Production Manager (Mining)
133511 PRODUCTION MANAGER (FORESTRY)
Alternative Title: Forest Manager
Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the production activities of a forestry operation including physical and human resources.
Skill Level: 1
Specialisations:
- Forest Logistics Manager (NZ)
- Forestry Contractor (NZ)
- Harvest Manager (Forestry)
- Operations Manager (Forestry)
133512 PRODUCTION MANAGER (MANUFACTURING)
Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the manufacturing activities of an organisation including physical and human resources.
Skill Level: 1
Specialisations:
- Operations Manager (Production)
- Plant Manager (Manufacturing) (Aus)
- Works Manager (Manufacturing) (Aus)
133513 PRODUCTION MANAGER (MINING)
Alternative Titles:
- Mine Manager
- Mine Superintendent
Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the production activities of a mining operation including physical and human resources.
Skill Level: 1
Specialisation:
1336 Supply, Distribution and Procurement Managers
Description:
- SUPPLY, DISTRIBUTION AND PROCUREMENT MANAGERS plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate the supply, storage and distribution of goods, products and services produced and used by organisations.
- Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the supply, storage and distribution of goods produced by an organisation.
Skill Level: 1
In Australia and New Zealand:
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).
Tasks:
- determining, implementing and monitoring purchasing, storage and distribution strategies, policies and plans
- preparing and implementing plans to maintain required stock levels at minimum cost
- negotiating contracts with suppliers to meet quality, cost and delivery requirements
- monitoring and reviewing storage and inventory systems to meet supply requirements and control stock levels
- operating recording systems to track all movements of supplies and finished goods, and ensuring re-ordering and re-stocking at optimal times
- liaising with other departments and customers concerning requirements for outward goods and associated forwarding transportation
- overseeing the recording of purchase, storage and distribution transactions
- directing staff activities and monitoring their performance
- provision of products and services to meet customer or client requirements
133611 SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION MANAGER
Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the supply, storage and distribution of goods produced by an organisation.
Skill Level: 1
Specialisations:
- Logistics Manager
- Logistics Officer (Air Force)
- Ordnance Corps Officer (Army)
- Supply Chain Manager
- Supply Officer (Navy)
- Transport Corps Officer (Army)
133612 PROCUREMENT MANAGER
Alternative Title: Purchasing Manager
Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the supply, storage and distribution of goods produced by an organisation.
Skill Level: 1
