Permanent | Full‐Time | Bendigo Region, VICOur client is an Australian‐owned, family pharmaceutical company and Australia's primary producer of eucalyptus oil for over 150 years. With a list of iconic brands, they are proud of their heritage and focused on building a sustainable, innovative future.The Opportunity We're seeking an experienced Production / Reliability Engineer to take ownership of their end‐to‐end eucalyptus distillery operation—from mulch receival through to final oil storage.This is ahands‐on, high‐ownership rolewhere you'll build and stabilise processes, establish maintenance systems, and lead the reliability and performance of a unique, specialised facility.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and stabilise boiler and distillation processesCreate and maintain SOPs, risk controls and safe overnight boiler operationsEstablish and manage asset maintenance systems and schedulesLead contractors and oversee preventative and reactive maintenanceDrive production KPIs, yield, throughput and cost performanceApply Lean methodologies to reduce downtime and wasteEnsure full HSE compliance across all operationsAbout YouProven experience building reliable processes (not just maintaining them)Strong background in reliability, production or maintenance engineeringExperience setting up maintenance systems and managing contractorsSolid knowledge of PLCs, HMIs and automation systemsExcellent troubleshooting skills across mechanical and control systemsSafety‐focused, practical and comfortable being hands‐onDesirable: Engineering qualification and experience in distillery, food or primary production environments.What's on OfferCompetitive salary packageOngoing training and career developmentGenerous product allowanceExtra paid day off for your birthday12 weeks paid parental leaveFlexible work arrangements#J-18808-Ljbffr