Engineering Manager

Your Opportunity

As Engineering Manager, your role will:

• Provide visible HSE leadership and maintain a safe system of work for employees and contractors
• Lead and execute delivery of the CAPEX program ensuring the long-term operational needs of the business are supported and commercially viable
• Lead a team providing Operational Engineering needs to ensure the business targets are met, safely and production is optimised
• Provide program management for major works
• Own the frameworks, policies and practices for the site engineering function
• Provide engineering leadership and expertise, introducing best practice engineering solutions in a consistent and transparent manner
• Provide leadership in the management of operational assets (fixed and mobile) and support the implementation of asset lifecycle strategies across sites with the Maintenance Manager
• Lead the coordination of major shutdown planning and manage execution providing strategic leadership and direction aligned to asset management principles
• Provide subject matter expertise and guidance to ensure plant and equipment is compliant with regulatory requirements and is effectively maintained
• Engage in and support the annual budget planning process, including defining strategic initiatives and business priorities. Drive best practice cost management processes.
• Build and develop a competent, capable and committed workforce to meet present and future business needs.
• Drive and champion continuous improvement methodologies to ensure value of all spend

• 10+ years experience in maintenance management role or asset management role, within cement manufacturing
• 10+ years experience in a leadership role, ideally in cement manufacturing
• Experience in managing teams across several sites
• Degree qualified with proven experience in a maintenance management, asset management or engineering management role within resources, manufacturing or construction industries.
• Demonstrated success in a leadership role within an industrial environment
• Experience managing capital portfolios and project management
• Proven leadership, management and planning skills
• Strong commercial acumen and an understanding of asset lifecycle value chain
• Experience in leading preventative maintenance programs
• In depth understanding of asset and lifecycle management strategies
• Familiar with relevant reliability processes and tools (RCM, RCA, FMECA)
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with proven experience engaging and influencing key stakeholders
• Experience developing and executing operational and capital budgets
• Knowledge of inventory management principles
• A passion and talent for coaching, mentoring and developing a high performing team

Why Join Cement Australia?

• Be Yourself: Be your authentic self in a diverse and dedicated workplace where we focus on achieving great results together.
• Paid Parental Leave: We offer leave options (12 weeks paid maternity leave, 1 week paid paternal leave) to support your family life, ensuring you can cherish special moments with your loved ones.
• Salaried Day Off each month: All salaried roles now have the option to work a 19-day month.
• Health & Well-being:Prioritise your health with discounted health insurance (Medibank), and access to our EAP program, not to mention a reimbursement of up to $1000 p.a. for Yaralla or your annual gym membership; OR a $1000 World Travel Voucher.
• Discounted Products: Renovating? DIY'er? Save on your home improvement projects with exclusive discounts on concrete and quarry products.
• Novated Leasing: Drive your dream car for less through our partnership with sgfleet, offering fantastic discounts on vehicles.

Who We Are

Cement Australia has been at the heart of the nation's infrastructure for decades, proudly standing as Australia's leading supplier of cementitious products and services.

With our operations now extending across all states and territories - including expanded manufacturing and distribution capabilities in Western Australia - our national footprint continues to strengthen to support Australia's growing construction and infrastructure needs.

But we're more than just cement. Our diverse operations include heavy industrial manufacturing, coal and limestone mining, bulk transport distribution, rail and shipping logistics, and innovative waste management through Geocycle, where we turn challenges into sustainable solutions.

At Cement Australia, we believe in empowering our people with the tools, support, and opportunities to make a real impact. Join a collaborative team that values work-life balance and thrives on innovation. Together, we're building a safer, healthier, and more sustainable future—driven by a shared commitment to excellence and our core values.

What Else You Need to Know

• References, a pre-employment medical and background check are part of the recruitment process.
• Cement Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• We welcome applications from Australian residents with valid working rights.
• Please note: Direct applications only - no agency submissions at this time.

Ready to Build Your Future?

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