Industrial Maintenance Leader Position

Ridley has been an integral part of Australian agriculture for over 30 years. Our purpose is to lead animal nutrition by solving the production challenges of today and tomorrow.

• Meaningful change happens through meaningful partnerships
• Feed needs to be viewed as part of an end-to-end ecosystem
• Animal nutrition is the key to more sustainable and profitable farming

We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. Ridley has been an integral part of Australian agriculture for over 30 years and are dedicated to producing high-quality products and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

The Production Manager will be responsible for leading a team of maintenance professionals, ensuring the efficient and safe operation of plant and equipment. This includes managing maintenance schedules, inspections, and repairs, as well as identifying opportunities for process improvement and implementing automation systems to enhance operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

Safety

• Be an ambassador for safety. Lead safety initiatives and drive a safe working environment.
• Comply with relevant state OHS/WHS legislation.
• Participate in audits and inspections to maintain compliance with Safety, GMP, and HACCP.
• Provide information, instruction, training, and supervision to employees and contractors, and ensure the use of appropriate PPE.
• Control the risk of high-risk activities and work.

People

• Provide leadership, mentoring, and coaching to the maintenance team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning and demonstrate the company values.
• Provide HR line management.

Maintenance

• Plant and equipment maintenance to be undertaken in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and statutory requirements (as applicable) to enable efficient and safe operation.
• Liaise with Production Manager and workers, maintenance workers, and engineering employees to ensure issues with plant operation are resolved as rapidly as possible.
• Advance existing preventative maintenance program in Guardian (CMMS) to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance schedules, inspections, and repairs.
• Ensure spare parts inventory is managed effectively through the completion of requisitions of supplies and spare parts, and stocktaking activities.
• Under the direction of the Capital Project Manager and site management, work on capital projects and the upgrade of plant as required.
• Lead and support Continuous Improvement activities to reduce complexity and improve reliability.
• Champion root cause analysis and corrective actions to prevent recurring issues.
• Identify opportunities to implement or upgrade automation systems to enhance operational efficiency.
• Assist Commercial and Quality functions with resolution of customer complaints.
• Actively support site initiatives in line with company programs, community links, responsible recycling/waste programs, and environmental requirements.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Degree or trade qualification (electrical/engineering/mechanical or combination relevant to role).
• Aptitude to maintain complex process equipment involving process automation.
• Substantial experience working with and supervising a maintenance team in an industrial (process) environment.
• Strong people management and leadership skills, with a commitment to continuous improvement of skill development and work performance.
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• High mechanical aptitude.
• Good understanding of enterprise agreements.
• Sound computing skills, efficient in Microsoft Office.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development.
• Supportive and inclusive work culture.

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and reliable individual looking to contribute to a dynamic production team, we encourage you to apply.

Submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining your qualifications, experience, and interest in the position.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply and look forward to hearing from you.