Maintenance Manager

Job Title: Maintenance Manager

Location: Breakwater

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Maintenance Manager to join our team. This key leadership role is responsible for shaping, developing, and implementing a successful site strategy, ensuring the effective maintenance of buildings, machinery, and equipment in a safe and efficient manner. This is a hands-on managerial position, where you will be expected to work closely with your team on the floor to achieve operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy Implementation: Translate the company's mission, vision, and strategic plan into actionable year plans and targets for the site.

Leadership: Lead the maintenance and engineering department, setting an example by embodying the company's values.

Team Development: Continuously develop and optimize the maintenance and engineering organization, mentoring and coaching team members to reach performance goals.

Maintenance Planning: Create and manage a maintenance schedule for machines, buildings, and equipment, ensuring high performance and safety standards.

Risk Management: Proactively ensure that all maintenance and engineering work meets safety and quality requirements, fostering a risk-conscious culture.

Documentation: Maintain accurate operating and technical documentation for machinery and equipment.

Vendor Management: Represent the company in engineering matters with suppliers, managing relationships to support operational needs.

Operational Management: Oversee daily maintenance activities, including troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and managing resources efficiently.

Safety and Compliance: Work with OHS representatives to implement safety initiatives and ensure compliance with all safety regulations.

Budget Management: Prepare and manage the annual maintenance budget, ensuring all expenditures are within agreed limits.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments such as Quality Assurance, Logistics, Planning, and HR to achieve business objectives.

Core Competencies:

• Outgoing personality with excellent communication and social skills.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively under pressure.
• Persistent approach to time management and problem-solving.
• Strong organizational, planning, and computer skills.
• High level of accountability and attention to detail.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team of workers.
• Flexible attitude and a proven ability to work both in teams and independently.
• Strong analytical thinking and decision-making skills.

Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to travel internationally for training, so a current passport is required.
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in a similar role within the food manufacturing industry.
• Extensive knowledge of processing, filling equipment, and automation.
• Experience with maintenance programs (e.g., TPM).
• Strong understanding of HACCP, GMP, and OHS requirements.
• Proven experience in project management, safety, and efficiency programs.
• Hands-on, resilient, and stress-resistant, with the ability to manage day-to-day issues effectively.

What We Offer:

A dynamic and supportive work environment.

Opportunities for professional growth and international training.

Competitive salary of $120k+ including a benefits package.