Maintenance Manager

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Embark on an exciting opportunity with the Sorbent Paper Company, Australia's premier tissue suppliers since 1952, as we spearhead innovation and sustainability in the global paper industry. Through collaboration and resilience, we ensure the consistent delivery of Australia's favourite tissue products. With long-standing relationships with retailers built on trust, we uphold a solid foundation of customer satisfaction.

When you join us, you become part of a team across Australia and a workplace where everyone is welcome, supported and valued. We are always seeking talented people to join our team and help us grow. Are you ready to make a difference?

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Manager to oversee all maintenance activities at our manufacturing site in Greystanes. In this role, you will drive both reactive and proactive maintenance strategies to ensure optimal equipment uptime, compliance with safety standards, and cost efficiency.

As the Maintenance Manager, you will report to the Operations Manager and lead a dedicated team of technicians. You will also collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to support production goals effectively.

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A day in the life… Maintenance Manager

Reporting to the Operations Manager, key responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, including reactive repairs, scheduled maintenance, equipment inspections, and commissioning support.
• Manage spare parts, maintenance inventory, contractors, and related budgets effectively.
• Ensure strict compliance with Work Health and Safety (WHS) and environmental regulations, as well as internal maintenance standards.
• Lead, train, mentor, and evaluate a team of maintenance technicians.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, procurement, and logistics teams to schedule maintenance with minimal disruption to production.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction and reliability enhancements.

What will make you successful

• Tertiary qualification in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering/technology.
• Minimum 5 years maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment (incl. PLCs, machinery).
• Proven experience managing direct reports, budgets, contractors, and preventive maintenance programs.
• Strong diagnostic skills across mechanical, electrical, PLC, hydraulic systems.
• Competent in interpreting technical drawings, OHS regulations, and equipment manuals.
• Experience with CMMS (e.g., SAP, MEX)

What's in it …. for you?

• FREE monthly product allocations
• Supportive team culture and environment
• Opportunity to work for an iconic household brand.

Applicants must have full Australian working rights.

With an exciting future ahead of us, you can be part of a team that design and make established and recognised products used in homes across Australia every day.

So come and join us to be part of this success story.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionProduction, Manufacturing, and Engineering
• IndustriesManufacturing

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