At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead maintenance activities and ensure equipment reliability and performance.
- Company: Join NuEdge Agri Solutions, an innovative Australian agricultural manufacturer.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on role, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Opportunity for off-site work and travel to various project locations.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic environment while working with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Mechanical or electrical trade qualification and experience in maintenance leadership.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
NuEdge Agri Solutions Pty Ltd – Mildura VIC
The Maintenance Manager will be responsible for the reliability, safety and performance of the company’s plant, equipment, infrastructure and facilities. The Maintenance Manager will lead preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance activities, ensuring equipment is maintained to a high standard and operational requirements are met. The role will also be responsible for planning and coordinating equipment upgrades, new installations, maintenance projects and process improvements as required.
This is a hands-on, working role, with the Maintenance Manager expected to be on the tools and actively involved in day-to-day maintenance activities. The role will involve carrying out preventative and corrective maintenance, fault finding, repairs, fabrication, mechanical installation, equipment modifications and commissioning, as well as coordinating contractors and managing larger maintenance activities and projects.
The Maintenance Manager will work closely with Production, Operations, Logistics, Quality, Compliance, Procurement and Finance to ensure maintenance activities are effectively planned, coordinated and delivered with minimal disruption to operations. While primarily based at the Mildura facility, the role will include off-site work throughout the year. This may involve travel to other company locations, suppliers or project sites to undertake maintenance, fabrication, installation, commissioning and equipment improvement activities.
Key responsibilities
- Develop, implement and continually improve preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance programs.
- Plan and coordinate maintenance activities to minimise unplanned downtime and production disruption.
- Monitor plant performance, investigate equipment failures and implement practical, sustainable solutions.
- Maintain accurate asset, maintenance, inspection and compliance records.
- Identify, scope and evaluate capital investment and equipment improvement opportunities.
- Prepare business cases, budgets, cost estimates and return-on-investment analysis.
- Manage CAPEX projects from initial concept and design through procurement, installation, commissioning and handover.
- Coordinate contractors, tradespeople, equipment suppliers and engineering consultants.
About you
- A recognised mechanical, electrical, fabrication or related trade qualification.
- Demonstrated experience in maintenance leadership within a manufacturing, industrial or agricultural environment.
- Demonstrated experience managing plant upgrades, equipment installations or capital projects.
- Working knowledge of industrial plant, equipment, fabrication and maintenance practices.
- Practical stainless-steel welding and fabrication capability.
- Strong fault-finding, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- A current and valid driver's licence.
About us
NuEdge Agri Solutions is an Australian-owned agricultural manufacturing business supplying innovative products and solutions to customers across Australia. As our operations continue to develop, we are looking for an experienced and practically minded Maintenance Manager to lead our maintenance, engineering and capital works activities.
Maintenance Manager in Mildura employer: NuEdge Agri Solutions Pty Ltd
NuEdge Agri Solutions Pty Ltd is an exceptional employer located in Mildura, VIC, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets agriculture. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, the company provides hands-on opportunities for Maintenance Managers to lead critical maintenance projects while collaborating closely with various departments. The supportive work culture, combined with the chance to engage in meaningful projects across multiple locations, makes NuEdge a rewarding place to build a career in the agricultural manufacturing sector.
Contact Details:
NuEdge Agri Solutions Pty Ltd Recruitment Team
