About Thomas Foods International Family owned since 1988, Thomas Foods International (TFI) is one of Australia's largest food businesses. With teams across Australia, the US, Canada, China, Japan and Europe, the Thomas Foods brands and business partnerships grow, supply, and distribute premium meat & seafood all over the world. TFI is an organisation that truly embodies its values-driven philosophy & positive working culture. Now is the perfect time to join this innovative, growing global business.
Our mission is to feed families globally, through premium quality products, exceptional service & sustainable practices. Maintenance Manager –Bourke, NSW We are looking for an experienced and motivated Maintenance Manager to join our Bourke team. This key leadership role is vital in ensuring the smooth operation of our facility, whilst prioritising the safety and well-being of all employees.
As Maintenance Manager, you will lead a team of up to 12 individuals, overseeing both planned and reactive maintenance of all machinery and equipment to minimise downtime and maintain our high standards of quality and compliance.
Key Responsibilities: Develop & implement maintenance procedures, plans, checklists, & processes.Collaborate with Management & Production teams daily to identify address key issues, priorities, & improvement opportunities.Lead & manage the maintenance team to ensure proper coverage and efficient task completion, aligning resources to tackle high-priority work on the Plant and Maintenance Work-in-Progress lists.Budget management, coordinate contractors, & supervise small capital projects on-site.Oversee the maintenance stores & inventory, ensuring availability of critical spares).Drive continuous improvement initiatives within maintenance processes and our CMMS (MEX) system.Prioritise maintenance activities to address high-cost/high-impact issues first, achieving cost-effective maintenance outcomes.Ensure preventive maintenance tasks are scheduled, monitored, & completed effectively.The Quality Ingredients for Success! Just like our best cuts of meat, there are a few essential qualities that we need and look for in this role:
Tertiary qualification in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or a related field.5+ yrs of experience in a maintenance management role within large manufacturing, meat, or food processing facilities.Proficient in planning & managing maintenance operations with a solid understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, electrical, & refrigeration systems.Experience with Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to resolving engineering & management challenges.Exceptional leadership & communication skills, capable of engaging with diverse stakeholders across various communication preferences.Join us in a role where your expertise will directly contribute to the success and efficiency of our operations. If you are ready for a rewarding challenge, apply now to become a vital part of our team.
If you have any further questions about this role please contact Anthony Caulfield on 0429 901 388 or [email protected] Bourke offers an enviable lifestyle country life on the doorstep of the Darling River, coupled with a relaxed pace of life with opportunities to enjoy all that nature has to offer, watch the eagles soar at Mount Oxley and make long term friends and create a career.