Mhe National Asset Manager

Lineage is the world's largest temperature-controlled industrial REIT and logistics solutions provider, with a global network of over 400 facilities, spanning 25 countries across North & South America, Europe and Asia-Pacific.

Working a Lineage is not just a job - it's an opportunity to innovate and put your mark on how food moves from the farm to dinner tables around the world. As a member of the Lineage team, you are a critical link in the food supply chain.

The Asia-Pacific region currently includes Australia, New Zealand, Vietnam, Sri Lanka and Singapore employing nearly 3000 team members.

Position Details
AtLineage, we're not just moving goods-we're shaping the future of cold storage and supply chain innovation. As the world's largest temperature-controlled logistics company, our mission is to help feed the world safely, efficiently and sustainably. And we need forward-thinking talent like you to help power our journey.

We are currently looking to appoint a strategic and driven **MHE (Materials Handling Equipment) National Asset Manager** to take ownership of a critical fleet of nearly 900 assets across our 20 business units nationally.

This is a career-defining opportunity to shape the lifecycle strategy, performance, and safety compliance of one of the most vital operational areas of our business.

**What You'll Do**

As the **MHE National Asset Manager**, you will lead the strategic planning and management of all MHE assets-from forklifts to AGVs-ensuring optimal utilisation, performance, safety and cost efficiency across our nationwide network.

**Key responsibilities include**:

- Drive the national asset lifecycle strategy including acquisition, maintenance, utilisation, and disposal
- Develop and oversee cost-effective lifecycle models using OEM systems (Isite, Infolink)
- Manage supplier and maintenance contracts and ensure performance compliance
- Support the coordination of service schedules in partnership with regional maintenance teams
- Ensure compliance with WHS legislation and relevant safety standards (e.g. BRC)
- Lead audits and inspections while championing safe equipment practices and training
- Prepare national MHE budgets and track asset-related capex/opex
- Deliver insights and reports to optimise asset planning and operational performance
- Partner with site GMs and Operations to forecast future needs and drive efficiency

**What You'll Bring**

We're looking for a strong operator who combines strategic thinking with hands-on expertise.

**Your background and experience will ideally include**:

- Experience managing asset portfolios or operations across multiple sites or regions
- Strong knowledge of MHE types and lifecycle optimisation
- Proven success in supplier and contract management
- Familiarity with compliance frameworks and WHS requirements
- Proficiency with asset management systems, ideally MEX
- Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder engagement skills

**Preferred qualifications**:

- Certification in Asset Management or Project Management
- Prior experience in warehousing, logistics, or cold storage industries

**Who You'll Work With**

This national role will engage with stakeholders across the Lineage network:
**Internal**:

- General Managers and Operations Leaders
- Safety & Compliance, Procurement, Finance, and Engineering Teams

**External**:

- Equipment Suppliers
- Maintenance Contractors
- Regulatory Auditors and Inspectors

**What Success Looks Like**
- Increased MHE asset uptime and productivity
- Strong budget management and measurable cost savings
- Consistent national safety compliance and audit performance
- Strong supplier performance and contract adherence
- High-quality reporting and proactive stakeholder support

**The Lineage Difference**

At Lineage, we live by our values of Safety, Trust, Respect, Innovation, Boldness, and

You'll work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where you're empowered to make a real impact on operations that matter.

We offer global career progression, professional development, and the opportunity to contribute to something bigger than logistics.

Why Lineage?

Lineage is more than just a cold storage logistics business. We're focused on being a vibrant, innovative and progressive employer where all our teams work safely, harmoniously and efficiently toward a common purpose - transforming the food supply chain to eliminate waste and help feed the world.

Lineage is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic work environment and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply.