We are seeking a reliable and flexible Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor to support our client's growth phase in Food Processing. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the shift maintenance team at their Broadmeadows, VIC facility.
The Role
As a key member of the Engineering and Production Leadership team, you will be responsible for:
* Leading the shift maintenance team and ensuring safety procedures are followed
* Creating and managing workload and resource plans for Preventative Maintenance using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
* Providing hands-on technical support during breakdowns, shutdowns, and preventative maintenance
* Ensuring maintenance and repairs meet Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) standards and specifications
* Managing spare parts, purchasing, and subcontractors
* Driving team performance to achieve Key Performance Indicators
Your Skills, Experience, and Qualifications
To succeed in this role, you will require:
* A Full Mechanical Fitter Trade Certificate
* At least 3 years of Maintenance Leadership experience in FMCG, preferably in Food production
* 5+ years of Maintenance Fitter experience
* Strong mechanical aptitude with advanced fault diagnosis on Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)-controlled machinery
* Understanding of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and Australian Standards
* Excellent organizational skills, able to work independently and as part of a team
* Fabrication, hydraulics, pneumatics, and welding skills are desirable
* A willingness to adjust shift times to support team coverage
* Experience with conveyors, high-speed packaging, sensors, and packers is preferred
What's In It For You
* A supportive, multicultural team and a safe working environment
* Long-term, stable employment
* Opportunities for professional development across various business functions
About New World Consulting
We are a specialized recruitment agency focusing on Industrial Automation across Australia and New Zealand, connecting engineering talent with our clients' needs.