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The Business
At Patties, we are proud to be Australia's leading provider of iconic food brands, including Four'N Twenty, Herbert Adams, Nanna's, and many more. With a rich heritage and a strong focus on innovation, we are committed to delivering high-quality food products that Australians know and love. As a business built on Trust, Ownership, Courage, and Integrity, we foster a culture that values safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Our Perth site plays a vital role in the production and distribution of our products, and we are looking for an experienced Reliability & Engineering Manager to help lead the next phase of operational excellence.
The Role
This is a critical leadership role responsible for managing the site's maintenance and engineering functions to ensure the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our production environment. Reporting to the General Manager of the site, you'll lead a high-performing team of engineers and tradespeople while driving process improvements, minimising downtime, and supporting capital project delivery. Your main duties and responsibilities will include but not be limited to;
* Lead, coach, and develop the maintenance and engineering team to meet safety, quality, and productivity KPIs
* Manage end-to-end engineering projects, including design input, cost control, and timely execution
* Ensure plant and equipment are maintained to the highest safety and operational standards
* Drive continuous improvement and preventative maintenance initiatives
* Manage external contractors and ensure compliance with OH&S and HACCP standards
* Maintain accurate documentation for maintenance, compliance, and capital works
* Foster collaboration across departments to support business goals and reduce downtime
* Support and contribute to our site-wide Food Safety Culture Plan
* Other ad hoc duties as per directed
About You
To be successful in this role, you'll be an experienced engineering professional with a strong background in food or FMCG manufacturing. You're passionate about safety, operational efficiency, and leading people to achieve exceptional results. You bring a mix of technical know-how, strategic thinking, and hands-on leadership. You will have the following;
* Bachelor's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering (or related discipline)
* 5+ years' experience in project engineering/management within manufacturing
* Supervisory or management experience within a production or maintenance team
* Strong knowledge of WHS, HACCP, and food safety compliance
* Proven experience managing capital projects and contractor relationships
* Experience implementing preventative maintenance and continuous improvement programs
* Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
* Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience (desirable)
What's In It for You?
At Patties Food Group, we care about our people just as much as we care about our products. We offer a supportive, down-to-earth environment where your ideas are welcomed, and your hard work is genuinely appreciated.
Here's a taste of what you'll enjoy:
* Tasty take home products (your freezer will thank you)
* Access to our wellbeing and various benefit programs, on-site physio
* Great site culture and supportive, approachable management
* Free on-site parking (no stress finding a spot)
* Access to wellbeing programs and on-site physio
* Regular team social events and engagement activities
* Employee Assistant Program (EAP) services
* Be part of a crew that's hungry, humble, and focused
We're proud to be anEqual Opportunity Employer — everyone's welcome here, and we're committed to creating a respectful, inclusive place to work.
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies. No fee of any type will be paid in the event we hire a candidate whose resume is submitted by an employment agency to any of our employees without a valid written recruitment agreement. Such resumes shall be deemed the sole property of Patties Food Group.
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Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics 1,001-5,000 employees
Patties Food Group is a true Australian success story, growing into a leading manufacturer, supplier and marketer of branded frozen savoury, ready meals, dessert products and chilled products. Rich in Australian history, we are home to iconic brands including Four'N Twenty, Patties, Herbert Adams, Nanna's, Lean Cuisine, Weight Watchers and On the Menu. Our company values of courage, trust, integrity, and ownership reflect our origin as a proudly local company and have helped form a strong foundation for international growth.
With a footprint of 6 manufacturing sites across Australia and NZ and a workforce of over 1700, a vital ingredient in our recipe for success is – GREAT PEOPLE
Patties Food Group is a true Australian success story, growing into a leading manufacturer, supplier and marketer of branded frozen savoury, ready meals, dessert products and chilled products. Rich in Australian history, we are home to iconic brands including Four'N Twenty, Patties, Herbert Adams, Nanna's, Lean Cuisine, Weight Watchers and On the Menu. Our company values of courage, trust, integrity, and ownership reflect our origin as a proudly local company and have helped form a strong foundation for international growth.
With a footprint of 6 manufacturing sites across Australia and NZ and a workforce of over 1700, a vital ingredient in our recipe for success is – GREAT PEOPLE
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