Maintenance Team Leader

The Kitchenary is a leading Australian fresh food business, combining world-class expertise and state-of-the-art equipment to create innovative, value-added meal solutions. We provide high-quality meals to major retail chains, restaurants, cafes, clubs & pubs, quick-service restaurants (QSRs), industrial caterers, and institutions.

We thrive on adapting to market trends and consumer demands, ensuring we stay ahead of the competition and continue to be recognized as a valued supplier of the year across both the retail and foodservice industries. Join us on our journey of quality, creativity, and culinary excellence.

About the role:

As Maintenance Team Leader, you will be responsible for leading, developing, and supporting a team of fitters and electricians to ensure the smooth running of our plant and equipment. This role is critical in maintaining operational efficiency through effective preventative maintenance, managing breakdowns, and driving continuous improvement.

The Maintenance Department is responsible for the maintenance, upkeep, repair, replacement, and introduction of machinery, plant, and equipment to ensure the business can achieve its production demands.

The purpose of the Maintenance Team Leader is to effectively manage, lead, and develop a team of maintenance fitters and electricians, ensuring day-to-day operations, preventative maintenance, and breakdowns of plant, equipment, and machinery are handled efficiently to maintain business performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, develop, and manage the Maintenance Team in day-to-day operations, breakdowns, and planned/scheduled maintenance.
• Monitor team duties, ensuring compliance with company policies, GMP standards, and WHS regulations.
• Effectively prioritise breakdowns, ensuring the best use of available maintenance staff.
• Liaise with the Maintenance Coordinator to ensure all PM/SM work is completed accurately and on time, and assist in developing PM/SM plans and procedures.
• Report daily to the Maintenance Manager on team performance, identifying improvements and training needs.
• Oversee training, induction, and development of Maintenance Team members, including GMP, Blue Card procedures, and safety requirements.
• Monitor team members' labour, overtime, and weekend work.
• Ensure WHS or QA issues are promptly reported and investigated via Rapid.
• Communicate with Operations & Production Managers to resolve maintenance issues efficiently.
• Supervise contractors, ensuring all documentation and safety measures are in place before work commences.
• Maintain control over work orders, spare parts requests, and contractor/service requests.
• Conduct daily and weekly equipment, meter, and plant checks, reporting any defects or issues.
• Keep the Maintenance Manager informed of major issues, planned resolutions, and indicative timeframes.

What We're Looking For:

• Must have experience in high tempo on demand production with in a FMCG food/meat industry
• Must have experience in PM and SM delivery
• Must have min 5 years' experience in Team lead role with FMCG food/meat manufacturing business
• Experience in dealing with production managers and other key personal on shift
• Ability to react to a situation on decides accordingly in regards to production requirements
• Must be a qualified electrician with extensive experience pneumatics, hydraulics and some experience in fault finding PLC and have a full Australian electrical licence
• Previous experience managing, leading and developing a team of personnel
• Proven experience within a 'hands on' operational environment
• Experience in the use of CMMS in issuing spares and raising and completing Work orders is essential

What Can We Offer You?

At The Kitchenary, we offer a dynamic, supportive, and rewarding environment focused on growth, recognition, and work-life balance.

• Supportive Work Environment: Thrive in a culture of teamwork, training, and continuous improvement.
• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Enjoy excellent pay, perks, and career progression opportunities.
• Passionate Team: Work alongside a high-performing team committed to excellence.
• Employee Well-Being: Access an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support, along with onsite physio and massage services.
• Recognition & Rewards: Participate in our Reward and Recognition Program to celebrate your achievements.
• Woolworths Everyday Rewards Card: Save on everyday purchases at Woolworths and a range of popular retailers.
• Weekly Fruit Baskets: Enjoy fresh, healthy snacks to keep you energized throughout the week.
• Onsite Retail Store: Convenient access to essential items without leaving the workplace.

Join The Kitchenary for a rewarding career that offers excellent opportunities for professional growth, a competitive benefits package, and a supportive, dynamic culture that recognises and rewards hard work and dedication. We're here to help you grow, both as a person and in your career.