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Unit Group

1322 Production Managers

OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

1322 Production Managers

Plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate the production activities of forestry, manufacturing and mining operations including physical, technological and human resources.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
Occupation

132231 Forest Manager

Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the production activities of a forestry operation, including physical and human resources.

Specialisations

  • Harvest Manager (Forestry)
  • Operations Manager (Forestry)

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Plans and implements strategies for the production activities of a forestry operation, such as harvesting, reforestation, road building and maintenance, fire management, weed and pest control, and conservation and recreational activities
  • Ensures forestry production processes comply with legislative and policy requirements, including safety and environmental regulations
  • Monitors and evaluates the performance of forestry production activities, and develops and implements procedures and policies to improve forestry production processes
  • Prepares or oversees reports and budgets related to forestry production activities
  • Informs other forestry managers or stakeholders such as state departments and local authorities about forestry production matters
  • Oversees the acquisition and installation of forestry equipment and machinery
Occupation

132232 Production Manager (Manufacturing)

Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the production activities of a manufacturing operation including physical, technological and human resources.

Specialisations

  • Clothing or Textile Production Manager
  • Operations Manager (Production)
  • Paper and Pulp Production Manager
  • Plant Manager (Manufacturing)
  • Timber Production Manager
  • Works Manager (Manufacturing)

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Plans and develops manufacturing production or operational strategies, systems, processes, objectives and policies
  • Directs and supervises manufacturing operations by monitoring and coordinating production schedules and resources
  • Controls the operation of manufacturing plants or procedures through the planning of maintenance, designation of operating hours, and supply of parts and tools
  • Analyses production data on logistics, cost, margins, production lead time and personnel
  • Identifies areas for improvement and implements quality control procedures
  • Liaises with internal and external stakeholders, and works alongside senior management to establish budgets and targets
Occupation

132233 Production Manager (Mining)

Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the production activities of a mining operation, including physical and human resources.

Alternative titles

  • Mine Manager
  • Mine Superintendent

Specialisations

  • Offshore Installation Manager (Mining)
  • Quarry Manager (Open Pit Mining)
  • Underground Mining Manager

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Plans and develops strategies for the production activities of a mining operation, and organises and coordinates the allocation of physical and human resources
  • Directs and controls the implementation of production plans and schedules
  • Monitors and evaluates the performance of mining production activities
  • Develops and implements quality control measures for mining production, and ensures compliance with safety and environmental regulations
  • May oversee short-term mine design activities