At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic service team in delivering top-notch support for innovative machinery.
- Company: Join a family-owned market leader in packaging and automation solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and hands-on experience in a thriving industry.
- Other info: Exciting opportunities for career advancement as the company expands.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the fresh produce sector with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Must have electrical or mechanical qualifications and strong troubleshooting skills.
The predicted salary is between 75600 - 92400 $ per year.
Service Department Manager - Electrical & Mechanical
This successful, mature family owned business based in the Goulburn Valley in Victoria is a market leader in the design, manufacture and supply of innovative packaging and palletising machinery to the fresh produce sector.
Their advanced automation solutions and technical innovation continue to drive exciting growth across their product range and services.
They operate nationally.
Role Objectives
Apply broad expertise across Electrical and Mechanical disciplines to deliver outstanding support to the customer base.
A hands on approach to the installation, maintenance, commissioning, servicing and technical support to a diverse machinery portfolio including fully automated grading, packing and palletising lines.
Work independently and as part of a team (often travelling interstate) to meet customer needs across a range of facilities, from large automated operations to small family businesses.
Drive the service team to reach company objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and plan services dept. work, assemble, pre-delivery testing, and commissioning a diverse range of machinery and automation systems.
- Provide on-going support and maintenance services to customers.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical and mechanical facilities efficiently.
- Support new installations, commissioning of new lines, and upgrades of machinery onsite.
- Maintain strong and open communication with customers and internal teams.
Note: plc program experience is essential with reference to reading, writing, downloading and manipulating. Skills & Experience:
- Certificate 111 in Electrotechnology or Mechanical & Fitting qualifications.
- Strong fault finding and diagnostic capabilities, ideally in produce packing environments would be preferred.
- Practical hands-on approach with strong technical aptitude.
- Drivers licence, and forklift licence required.
- Minimum 5 years experience in electrical or mechanical environment leading effective service teams.
- Australian citizenship is required.
This is a senior leadership role and will offer career opportunities as the company continues to grow and expand.
Service Department Manager - Electrical & Mechanical in Shepparton employer: Wilbart
Wilbart is an exceptional employer that values its employees through a supportive work culture and a commitment to professional growth. As a family-owned business, we foster a collaborative environment where your expertise in PLC and automation will be recognised and rewarded, while also offering opportunities for interstate travel and hands-on leadership experience. Join us in Victoria to make a meaningful impact in the packaging machinery industry.
