Salary band – $110K – $140K+ super 
Hours – Afternoon shift (approx. 1:30PM start)
Team size – 1 x Fitter, 1 x Electrician, 1 x TA

My client, a leading FMCG manufacturer, is currently seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to lead their afternoon shift maintenance team. This is a hands-on leadership role offering the opportunity to drive reliability, performance, and continuous improvement within a fast-paced production environment.
  
The Role You will be responsible for overseeing daily maintenance operations, ensuring plant reliability, and leading a small team of trades. The role combines leadership, planning, and hands-on technical support to minimise downtime and optimise equipment performance.
  
Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise day-to-day maintenance activities across plant equipment
• Coordinate and execute preventative and corrective maintenance
• Provide hands-on support during breakdowns and critical maintenance events
• Drive maintenance efficiency and reduce downtime through effective planning and prioritisation
• Manage CMMS (SAP or similar) to ensure accurate scheduling and reporting
• Analyse maintenance trends and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure all maintenance work complies with safety, GMP, and quality standards
• Conduct risk assessments and support safe work practices across the team
• Supervise contractors and ensure work is completed to required standards
• Liaise with production and key stakeholders to coordinate maintenance activities
• Support team development through coaching, training, and performance management

Experience

• Trade qualified (Electrical or Mechanical)
• Proven experience in a Maintenance Supervisor or Leading Hand role within FMCG or manufacturing
• Strong hands-on maintenance experience across mechanical and/or electrical systems
• Experience using CMMS systems (SAP highly regarded)
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving capability
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to motivate and develop a team
• Understanding of GMP, food safety, and quality standards
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities

If you have the experience outlined above and are interested in this role or similar, please contact Rose Skipper with your resume and contact details. Or alternatively call Rose on 0404311860