Based in coastal Central Queensland, we are searching for a well-rounded and seasoned Mechanical Engineering professional. You will join Cement Australia's largest site and flagship maintenance leadership team in Gladstone, reporting directly to the site Maintenance Manager. This leadership role provides asset availability, reliability expertise, cost management and leadership in the areas of mechanical maintenance and reliability.
About the role:
The Mechanical Services Manager role will be a crucial part of the Gladstone site's maintenance team. You will be the subject matter expert for every aspect of the mechanical engineering, asset maintenance and repair systems onsite with a capable mechanical engineering and trade team supporting you.
Other key components of the role include:
Promote a positive safety culture, actively supports site safety initiatives, standards and procedures, ensuring full team compliance and conducts investigations as required Ensuring maintenance methods, procedures and mechanical assets meets site environmental guidelines Develop a technically competent, motivated, functional and cohesive mechanical reliability and maintenance team Ensure systems and processes are in place to identify and manage plant risks Identify opportunities for optimising plant, continuous improvement and maximising value of maintenance spend Actively support development and delivery of maintenance budget Utilise the planning process to deliver cost effective work packaging and a sustainable long-term inventory reduction Effectively manage mechanical asset life cycles and capital replacement programs Responsible for the overall management and delivery of team projects Ensure work delivery continually balances safety/cost/time/resources for successful outcomes About you:
To be considered for this role, you will be a leader in your mechanical engineering field and have vast heavy industry experience as a maintenance professional, whilst demonstrating an outstanding level of business acumen. You will be a strong team player and have safety as a front of mind focus whilst positively contributing to the industry-admired site culture.
Other crucial components of your background will include:
Tertiary qualifications in Mechanical Engineering Proven success in a similar role within a heavy industrial, transport, manufacturing or mining environment (cement experience is advantageous) Strong influencing, relationship building and negotiating skills Demonstrated results of effective project management delivery Strong written and verbal communication skills Experience in CMMS (SAP preferred) Understanding of budgeting Project Management qualification is preferred Advanced knowledge of condition-based maintenance techniques and maintenance strategies and methodologies Why work for Cement Australia?
Australia's largest and highly respected cement manufacturing site Engaged, collaborative and diverse team Tropical lifestyle and strong local community We are known for our culture onsite at Gladstone and pride ourselves as a unified team Salaried day off each month A reimbursement of up to $1000 for Yaralla or your annual gym membership; OR + other benefits that include novated leasing, product discounts, EAP program and parental leave About us:
An icon of the Australian cement industry, Cement Australia is the nation's leading supplier of cementitious products and services. Whilst cement is in the name, the business portfolio is diverse, comprising a series of heavy industrial manufacturing operations, coal and limestone mines, bulk distribution transport fleet, rail and shipping interactions and hazardous waste treatment and alternative fuel production (Geocycle).
As an organisation, we offer our employees work-life balance, a close-knit and collaborative team whilst providing you with the tools and opportunity to make your mark. Our vision is to create a safe, healthy, productive and sustainable business and we are looking for like-minded professionals who align with our company values.
Additional Information:
As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete a pre-employment medical and a background check. Cement Australia is an Equal Opportunity employer and open to residents of Australia with valid working rights.
Please apply directly as submissions from third party agencies will not be accepted at this time.
Build your dream career and lifestyle with Australia's largest and most respected cement manufacturer and innovator.
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