R&D Manager (Brisbane City)

Breezway designs, manufactures, and markets award winning Louvre Window solutions globally. We’re recognised for innovation, quality, and longstanding relationships across the building and construction industry. Part of the VENTORA Group, and forming the largest portion of the Architectural Windows Division, Breezway continues to lead the market through strong design capability, technical excellence and continuous improvement. The Opportunity We’re seeking an experienced R&D; Manager to lead product innovation and continuous improvement across our Architectural Windows portfolio. Reporting to the Marketing Manager – Breezway/Aneeta, this role is responsible for managing current product development from concept through to manufacturing and commercialization, while leading a multidisciplinary technical team including engineers, industrial designers, a draftsperson and a testing coordinator. This is a hands‑on leadership role with strong influence across product, engineering, testing and manufacturing. Key Responsibilities
- Lead end‑to‑end new product development and product improvement initiatives
- Manage product design, engineering and design for manufacturing
- Lead, mentor and develop the technical team
- Oversee workload planning, capability development and performance of the R&D; team
- Provide technical advice aligned to the NCC and Australian Standards
- Maintain technical documentation and product specification manuals
- Ensure NATA accreditation, audits and laboratory compliance
- Monitor emerging technologies, materials and manufacturing methods
- Drive continuous improvement and cost optimisation initiatives
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams across the business About You
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Design or related discipline
- Proven experience in new product development and R&D; management
- Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams
- Strong background in design for manufacturing
- Experience managing outsourced development through contractors or suppliers
- Knowledge of building products or the window industry is highly regarded
- Proficient in CAD and SolidWorks
- Strong leadership, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
- Collaborative communicator with a quality and safety‑focused mindset What We Offer At Breezway, we invest in our people and provide a supportive, flexible workplace. You’ll enjoy:
- Office location with easy access to public transport
- Friendly, collaborative team culture
- Comprehensive product and systems training
- Generous employee discounts
- Annual Christmas shutdown leave
- Paid birthday leave
- Flare benefits program (salary packaging, discounts and perks)
- Employee Referral Program with cash rewards
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program Apply Now This is a great opportunity to join a respected, award‑winning brand and play a key role in driving product innovation and business growth. Breezway values diversity and is committed to providing a safe and inclusive workplace. Pre‑employment checks apply. Applicants must have full legal working rights in Australia. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3q0s6b