Maintenance Manager

As a member of the Steel Products Lead Team, the role contributes towards maximising the economic value and long-term sustainability of the Steel Products manufacturing asset, assisted through:

• Providing a strong leadership focus on the core values of safety and the customer. 
• Contribution to and ensuring, compliance with safety, environmental, quality control plans, engineering standards and maintenance standards.
• Provide an asset strategy that is supported by sound maintenance principles as articulated in the OneSteel Asset Manual.
• Development of and ensuring adherence to, an annual operating R&M and Capital budget for Steel Products.
• Maintenance management at an operating plant level which includes:
  • Providing plant and equipment uptime and reliability to meet departmental business plan.
  • Directing and coordinating the Reliability Engineering, Area Maintenance and Maintenance Planning functions within Steel Products.
  • Maintenance scheduling and coordination in conjunction with operations.

Employee Benefits:

• Comprehensive training and development – We invest in your skills through leadership programs, mentoring, technical upskilling, and nationally recognised qualifications.
• Competitive remuneration package – Including above-award pay, and performance-based incentives aligned with business outcomes.
• Stability and job security – Join an organisation with over 100 years of steelmaking heritage, backed by major government and private investment.
• Work-life balance – Predictable roster structure, onsite parking, and flexibility for professional and family commitments.
• Relocation support – Domestic relocation assistance, including moving costs, travel, and temporary accommodation.
• Career progression – Clear pathways into senior leadership roles across Maintenance, Engineering, and broader Manufacturing operations.
• Wellbeing and lifestyle support – Access to employee assistance programs (EAP), health and wellbeing initiatives, and fitness reimbursement options.
• Community impact – Contribute to producing the steel that builds Australia's infrastructure, while being part of a supportive Whyalla community.
• Recognition & reward – Structured recognition programs for innovation, safety leadership, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Inclusive and diverse workplace – A culture that values diversity of background, experience, and thinking to drive better outcomes.

Role Purpose:

• Improving, through asset management the condition and productive capacity of the Steel Products assets to ensure success in future years.
• Development and execution of a maintenance strategy that will support the overall Steel Products throughput and conversion cost targets.
• Responsible for the application of external and internal maintenance and engineering standards, as well as the standardisation of maintenance processes within Steel Products.
• Collaborate with the Manager Engineering for Manufacturing to ensure Steel Products asset management strategy is aligned with the overall manufacturing plan.

• Management of maintenance facilities and activities in a manner that minimises risk to employees, contractors and the environment
• Design and deliver in collaboration with the Manager Engineering Manufacturing an asset and maintenance strategy aligned to the Steel Products quality and capacity plan, to ensure asset availability, reliability and measurement capability are synchronised with our customers and suppliers
• Support supply chain functions with engineering solutions in order to enable adherence to capacity plans
• Deploy organisation and role design to the Steel Products Maintenance structure, to support the delivery of the Manufacturing strategic direction and priorities

About You:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a maintenance environment in a manufacturing business.
• Sound understanding of manufacturing methodologies and improvement processes.
• Producing & managing budgets.
• Demonstrated experience in Maintenance Management of a manufacturing asset.

About Us:

OneSteel Manufacturing is proud to operate one of Australia's most critical mining and steel manufacturing businesses. As the nation's only producer of special grade billet and steel long products, we play a vital role in powering Australia's infrastructure — from rail networks to major construction projects.

Our Whyalla-based operations are backed by State and Federal Government investment, reinforcing our position as a cornerstone of Australia's sovereign manufacturing capability. These assets are not only essential to industrial resilience but also contribute to the long-term security and self-sufficiency of the nation's supply chain.

At OneSteel, we don't just manufacture steel — we help build the future of Australia.

It is our ambition to cultivate an inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage candidates from all cultural backgrounds, genders, orientations, age groups, and abilities to apply. Your diversity is our strength in creating sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia's tomorrow.

We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.