Plant Maintenance & Engineering Manager

OUR CLIENT
 
Our client is a global facilities services company known for its commitment to delivering a dependable, budget-friendly, and personalized service to meet its customers’ needs.
 
For over six decades, our client has been delivering top-notch textile rental services across the country. The comprehensive range of hassle-free services guarantees a cleaner and safer workplace environment for catered organizations.
 
ABOUT THE POSITION
 
Under the leadership of the Branch General Manager and with a secondary reporting line to the General Manager of Engineering & Production Services, the Plant MaintenanceEngineering Manager assumes responsibility for overseeing a team of proactive maintenance technicians, ensuring optimal efficiency and uptime of all branch equipment.
 
Key Responsibilities:  

• Collaborate with Production to ensure the efficient and safe operation of all plants and equipment.
• Execute scheduled preventative maintenance and diligently track activities in CMMS.
• Minimize equipment downtime to support the daily attainment of DIFOT objectives.
• Delegate tasks to team members, ensuring timely and safe completion of both planned and unplanned maintenance activities.
• Conduct regular assessments of plant operations to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements and automation and develop corresponding Capex proposals.
• Lead upgrade and installation initiatives in collaboration with regional engineering teams and contractors, ensuring adherence to Capex requirements and financial targets.
• Manage financial aspects of maintenance work to align with monthly budgetary constraints.
• Supervise on-site contractors in accordance with WHSMS protocols and budgetary guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards pertaining to wastewater, fire, electricity, asbestos, and boilers.
• Uphold adherence to WHS Management, Housekeeping, and 5S protocols.

 
Essential Criteria:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Trade certification (Mechanical or Electrical) with relevant experience in Plant Maintenance and Project Management.
• Over 5 years of demonstrated expertise inPlant Maintenance & Engineering Management or similar capacity.
• Proved track record of successful Relationship Management with suppliers and R&D teams, fostering ongoing industry knowledge and leveraging emerging developments.
• Experience in leading and implementing corrective measures derived from safety risk assessments, such as machine guarding.
• Proficiency in AUS/NZ Standards for production environment compliance and quality assurance.
• Familiarity with LEAN manufacturing principles.
• Experience in developing and executing Job Safety/Hazard Analysis for upgrades and installations.
• Possession of a Valid Driver’s License.

 
Compensation                     Excellent remuneration commensurate to relevant skills and experience.
 
How to Apply                      Please email your application letter with your resume to *******@konnecting.com. 
 
About Konnecting              Konnecting is an Australian Skilled Migration & Recruitment Consultancy that sources candidates for niche and specialist roles.  We are also a registered migration agency that processes the Australian employer sponsored 482/457 visas. 
 
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