Job Description
As the Maintenance Supervisor at Youfoodz, you will play a key role in ensuring our equipment and production environment run smoothly, efficiently, and with minimal downtime. You'll be responsible for coordinating both preventative and reactive maintenance across all equipment, responding swiftly to breakdowns, and supporting the production team as needed.
This hands-on role involves leading by example - supporting fitters and electricians with fault finding, troubleshooting, and repair decision-making. You'll also contribute to capital projects and continuous improvement initiatives, helping drive operational excellence across the facility.
This role is based in Karawatha, Brisbane and reporting to the Engineering Manager.
You will…
* Oversee and schedule preventative and reactive maintenance using the Computerised Maintenance Management System.
* Lead maintenance staff and ensure work is completed to a high standard in line with QMS procedures.
* Respond to breakdowns, assist with fault finding, and minimise production downtime.
* Maintain appropriate levels of spare parts and manage inventory.
* Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and improve equipment efficiency.
* Provide regular updates and reports to the Engineering Manager on equipment performance and site conditions.
* Assist with capital projects, new equipment installations, and attend audit meetings as required.
* Travel to other sites for maintenance and repair work when necessary.
You Have…
* A trade qualification as an electrician, mechanical fitter, or in a similar discipline
* 5+ years of experience leading a maintenance team in a food manufacturing environment
* 5+ years experience maintaining electromechanical machinery, including mechanical and electrical fault finding
* A solid understanding of HACCP, GMP, and automated machinery, including PLC programming
* A current open manual driver's licence
* Desirable: A forklift license and TIG welding or fabrication skils
You Are…
* A strong and confident leader with the ability to guide and support a high-performing maintenance team
* Comfortable working independently and making sound decisions under pressure
* An excellent communicator, both written and verbal, with strong interpersonal skills
* A critical thinker with a problem-solving mindset and analytical approach
* Professional, resilient, and committed to high work standards
* Energetic, approachable, and open to new ideas and continuous improvement
What You'll Get In Return…
* The chance to have a significant impact in a leading global food technology company
* Egoless environment, constant learning with room for personal growth
* Free access to Headspace
* HelloFresh Academies - internal learning & development
* A diverse and vibrant international environment, with offices in 18 countries
* Company discount - 40% off HelloFresh & Youfoodz
* Onsite gym at the facility
Start Date:
Immediately available - Can wait a notice period
Duration:
Permanent full time role. You must have the right to work full-time in Australia/New Zealand.
Working Hours:
Wednesday to Saturday, 7:00am to 5:00pm
Location:
Karawatha, Brisbane - Parking On site
Salary:
Competitive salary & employee benefits
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