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Manager, maintenance & calibration

Brisbane
C01 Cochlear Limited (Australia)
Maintenance
Posted: 18 June
The role

Opportunity

Strategic and operational leadership role that drives maintenance and calibration programs to directly impact manufacturing performance, capacity, and product quality.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead maintenance and calibration strategy to maximise equipment uptime through Lean thinking and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Develop and coach a high‐performing technical team, embedding a culture of operational excellence, accountability, and capability uplift.
  • Deliver asset management and reliability programs that drive efficiency, waste reduction, and capacity growth across manufacturing.
  • Drive machine uptime and reliability through effective maintenance, calibration, and service programmes.
  • Ensure timely troubleshooting and resolution of equipment issues using structured problem‐solving methodologies such as Lean thinking.
  • Establish and embed effective Total Asset Management (TAM) systems and processes.
  • Lead and deliver programs aligned to manufacturing and growth strategy, balancing scope, quality, cost, and time constraints to ensure successful outcomes.
  • Support capacity expansion, new technology introduction, and site transformation initiatives.

Lead & Develop a High‐Performing Team

  • Build, lead, and develop a capable and engaged technical team.
  • Set clear expectations and provide regular feedback aligned to company behaviours.
  • Coach and develop team capability to support current and future business needs.

Stakeholder Engagement & Influence

  • Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, and senior leadership to align priorities and outcomes.
  • Build and manage complex stakeholder relationships across the organisation.
  • Influence decision‐making, including at executive level, to drive effective solutions.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with WHS, quality systems and regulatory requirements.
  • Actively support safety initiatives, injury management and continuous improvement of procedures.
  • Promote a strong safety‐first culture across the team.

What Makes This Opportunity Unique?

  • Work for a purpose‐led global organisation changing lives through technology.
  • Be part of a high‐performing manufacturing environment delivering life‐changing products.
  • Lead a function that directly impacts quality, capacity and innovation.
  • Access global career development and leadership growth opportunities.

About You

  • Significant experience in a relevant manufacturing, maintenance or engineering environment.
  • Demonstrated experience leading teams and delivering operational outcomes.
  • Strong understanding of asset management, maintenance systems and equipment reliability.
  • Experience working cross‐functionally in complex environments.
  • Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
  • A proactive, solutions‐focused mindset with the ability to drive improvements and change.
  • A strong track record of achievements in continuous improvement and operational excellence.
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