Area Manager

Mars: Where your Tomorrow Starts Today!

Mars is a family-owned business that has been making products for people and their pets for more than 100 years. We’re behind some of the best loved brands in the world including MARS®, SNICKERS®, EXTRA®, ECLIPSE®, PEDIGREE®, WHISKAS®, DOLMIO®, BEN’S ORIGINAL ® MASTERFOODS ® and ROYAL CANIN® we are dedicated to making a positive impact on people and the planet.

Join us in building a sustainable future where people, communities, and the planet can truly thrive.

About the role: This role will be working for our Mars Petcare segment, where we make life better for pets and their owners.

Role Title: Area Manager

Reporting to: Shift Manager Location: Bathurst, NSW

As an Area Manager, you will lead a team within a production area, delivering safe, quality and efficient outcomes in line with shift priorities. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on executing the production plan, maintaining standards and developing your team.

This can be an entry-level leadership role and a key development pathway into Shift Manager.

What you’ll do:

• Lead and develop a team of production operators within your area.

• Deliver the production plan in line with shift priorities.

• Maintain safety, quality and performance standards within your area.

• Identify and resolve issues within your area, escalating where required.

• Drive continuous improvement within your area using established systems and tools.

• Work closely with the Shift Manager and other areas to support overall shift performance.

Your unique ingredients:

• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.

• Interest in people leadership and team development.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and follow clear priorities.

• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.

• Exposure to manufacturing or production environments (preferred).

• Exposure to continuous improvement or operational systems (preferred).

Why you’ll love working for Mars:

• Purpose: Help craft beloved brands with a legacy of over 100 years of local manufacturing making products that people and pets will love all while helping to build a more sustainable future.

• People: A culture that values your contributions, fosters leadership, and recognises the impact you make. Your work truly matters here.

• Development: Shape your career with personalised development and real opportunities to grow from day one.

• Enjoy a team and business environment that is invested in helping you manage and grow your energy for work and life.

• Stay active and energised with an onsite gym

• Onsite canteen

• Convenient onsite parking for a hassle-free commute

Mars is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

We know everyone’s needs are different, and we’re committed to making our application process accessible and supportive for all candidates. If you require any adjustments along the way, simply let us know in your application form. We’ll work with you to understand what will help you feel comfortable and supported.

Internal applicants: This role has been graded as a B5A opportunity, please discuss your application with your line manager including obtaining their endorsement.

Applications close: Thursday, 14th May 2026