Interface is a global flooring and sustainability leader dedicated to rethinking how spaces work for people and the planet. Our portfolio includes Interface® carpet tile and LVT, nora® rubber flooring, and FLOR® premium area rugs. Across every brand, we innovate in a way that combines design, performance, and sustainability—without compromise.
Trusted by architects, designers, and building professionals worldwide, we help bring bold visions to life with solutions that deliver real, measurable impact. Building on more than 30 years of sustainability progress and industry‑first innovation, we remain ‘all in’ on our goal of becoming carbon negative by 2040, without the use of offsets.
Technical & Engineering Manager - Minto Based
Why us?
Interface is a global flooring solutions company and sustainability leader, offering an integrated portfolio of carpet tile and resilient flooring products that includes Interface® carpet tile and LVT, nora® rubber flooring, and FLOR® premium area rugs for commercial and residential spaces.
Made with purpose and without compromise, Interface flooring brings more sophisticated design, more performance, more innovation, and more climate progress to interior spaces. A decades-long pioneer in sustainability, Interface remains “all in” on becoming a restorative business.
Today, the company is focusing on carbon reductions, not offsets, as it works toward achieving its verified science-based targets by 2030 and its goal to become a carbon negative enterprise by 2040.
We’re proud to share that Interface Australia is officially Great Place to Work® Certified! This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and supportive workplace where our people can thrive.
Position Purpose
At Interface Australia, we’re looking for a forward-thinking Technical & Engineering Manager to lead engineering excellence across our business. This is a high-impact role where you’ll influence product innovation, optimise manufacturing performance, and lead a talented technical team in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment.
You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping how we design, develop, and deliver our products - bringing together strategy, leadership, and hands-on expertise to drive continuous improvement and operational success.
Areas of Responsibility
You’ll be at the heart of our technical operations, leading people, projects, and performance:
- Lead and prioritise engineering activities to maximise efficiency and technical capability
- Develop and mentor a high-performing technical team
- Scope, design, and deliver engineering projects, including capital investment initiatives
- Oversee and support the Maintenance Manager with maintenance operations to ensure reliable, high-performing plant and equipment
- Partner with global and local teams to stay at the forefront of product innovation
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Product Marketing, NPD, and QESH to bring new products to life
- Support Account Managers with technical expertise and industry engagement
- Champion safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement across all operations
Qualifications and Experience Required
- Degree-qualified in Engineering (Chemical or Mechanical preferred).
- 10+ years’ experience in engineering and maintenance leadership roles, preferably in managing integrated teams
- Strong track record managing teams and delivering complex projects
- Analytical mindset with the ability to solve technical challenges and drive innovation
- Experience building KPIs and metrics that deliver real business impact
- Confident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills
- Resilient, proactive, and solutions-focused approach
- Experience with ISO 17025 and lean manufacturing (highly regarded)
Our Benefits
- You will be provided with competitive remuneration and an annual Bonus
- At INTERFACE, we provide parking on-site.
- Access to Employee Assistance program
- Salary Packaging options
- Fitness subsidy, gym membership discount, health insurance discount, yearly flu shots and more
- You will be part of a diverse and vibrant team with an excellent culture.
Help us lead industry to love the world. Apply today.
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