Product Development Manager

Product Development Lead
Western Sydney, NSW

A leading manufacturer in the building materials space is looking to bring on a Product Development Lead to join their Western Sydney team.

This is a hands on, technically focused role sitting within the technical function, responsible for coordinating product development, testing and implementation across a growing product range.

You will play a key role in ensuring products are tested, certified and delivered in line with structural, thermal, fire and overall performance requirements.

The Role
You will be responsible for coordinating product development projects from concept through to testing, certification and market delivery, working across both internal teams and external partners.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing and coordinating product development and implementation projects
• Overseeing product testing across structural, fire, thermal and performance criteria
• Coordinating with external laboratories and certification bodies
• Supporting product certification and re certification processes
• Tracking project timelines
• Maintaining technical documentation, testing records and compliance files
• Identifying risks, delays and ensuring projects stay on track
• Acting as the link between technical, operational and commercial teams
• Occasional interstate and overseas travel as required

About You
This role will suit someone with a strong technical background who enjoys working across testing, coordination and project delivery within a building products environment.

• Experience in building materials, manufacturing, engineering or a related field
• Exposure to product testing, laboratory environments or certification processes
• Strong organisational and project coordination skills
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities
• Confidence working with technical data, reports and compliance requirements
• Strong attention to detail and problem solving ability
• Australian PR or Citizenship required
• Driver's licence and access to a vehicle

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a well established building materials manufacturer
• High impact role with strong visibility across the business
• Exposure to full product life cycle from development through to market
• Collaborative team environment with ongoing support