About Thomas Foods International
A 100% Australian owned and operated Company, Thomas Foods International's (TFI) Mission is to be the most sought after supplier of Australian lamb and beef meat and processing co-products. With 'total reliability' in our quality branded meat products and processing infrastructure, we aim to satisfy our customers across 80 countries.
* Whats on Offer?
* Competitive & Negotiable Salary
* Relocation & Employee Benefits To Suit Candidate
* Use of Vehicle To & From Work
About the Role
This exciting role and opportunity exists at TFI's newest goat processing facility located in Bourke, alongside the Darling river.
This pivotal role of Maintenance Manager would be a perfect fit for someone who is hands-on in their ability to ensure the continual operation and effectiveness of all plant and equipment across the processing facility by managing all aspects of maintenance both preventative maintenance and breakdown responses. The Manager is responsible for the coordination and control of all maintenance personnel, which includes a small team of technicians.
Your role will include:
* Developing & implementing maintenance procedures, plans, checklists & processes.
* Working with Management & Production a daily basis to understand key issues, priorities and actions to identify facility improvement opportunities.
* Managing the maintenance team to ensure appropriate coverage for production operations. Monitoring & assigning resources as required to complete tasks on the Plant and Maintenance Work-in-Progress lists.
* Budget management & coordinating & managing contractors & oversee small site capital projects
* Oversee the management of the maintenance stores & stock holding, ensure critical spares are identified availability (in stock or through PMA)
* Drive and contribute to the continuous improvement of maintenance Mex systems and processes.
* Prioritise maintenance & activities so that high cost / high impact problems are addressed first & achieve cost effective maintenance outcomes.
* Manage the maintenance teams to ensure preventative maintenance tasks are scheduled & completed against completed tasks.
What are we looking for?
Just like our best cuts of meat, there are a few essential qualities that we need and look for in this role:
* Tertiary certification in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field
* 10+ years' experience in a maintenance management role
* Experienced planner in maintenance operations with large manufacturing, meat or/ food processing facilities
* Practical understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps & electrical systems & refrigeration systems.
* Use & exposure with Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
* Proactive in resolving engineering & management issues, by planning, organizing & implementation skills.
* Outstanding leadership abilities & ability to successfully communicate across all mediums and engage people with different communication preference.
Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:
* Have you worked in a role where you were responsible for budget management & forecasting?
* Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check?
* Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
* How many years' experience do you have as a maintenance manager?
* How many years of people management experience do you have?
Apply today to be part of this exciting opportunity
If this sound like the right opportunity for you, we would love for you to apply for the position. For further information our recruitment team on or email directly to
Bourke offers an enviable lifestyle country life on the doorstep of the Darling River, coupled with a relaxed pace of life with opportunities to enjoy all that nature has to offer, watch the eagles soar at Mount Oxley and make long term friends and create a career.