Our client is a growing Australian FMCG business with approximately 70 employees on site and significant investment underway to expand manufacturing capacity.

With new equipment and capability being introduced, the business is entering an exciting period of growth and transformation. They are now seeking a Maintenance Manager to build the foundations of the function and play a key role in shaping the site's future capability.

The Role

Reporting to the GM of Operations, this is an opportunity to take ownership of the maintenance function and build greater structure, capability and reliability from the ground up.
Lead and develop a team of four Fitters, supported by contracted electrical, automation and project engineering specialists
Build the site's preventative maintenance strategy, systems and processes
Introduce maintenance KPIs and establish transparent measures of reliability and performance
Implement a CMMS and build greater structure around maintenance planning and scheduling
Develop team capability and progressively bring greater technical expertise in-house
Own the R&M; budget, currently <$1M, with scope to grow alongside the business
Lead small site CAPEX projects from concept through to delivery
Drive change and establish a more proactive,



accountable and mature maintenance culture

Your Background

This role will suit an experienced Maintenance Supervisor ready to take their first step into Maintenance Management, or an experienced Maintenance / Reliability Leader who enjoys building and improving functions.
Experience in maintenance within a manufacturing or FMCG workplace
Robust mechanical maintenance and preventative maintenance capability
A genuine interest in building systems, processes and maintenance maturity
Ideally degreequalified in Engineering, ideally Mechanical, Electrical or related discipline.
Ability to lead, develop and build capability within a small team
Comfortable operating hands‑on in a low‑maturity workplace and driving change
Exposure to CAPEX, new equipment or commissioning will be advantageous

What's On Offer

This is a rare prospect to build a maintenance function from the ground up within a growing FMCG business undergoing significant investment and expansion.

With the opportunity to introduce systems, establish KPIs, develop capability and shape the maintenance strategy, this role offers genuine ownership and the chance to leave a lasting mark on the site.
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📌 Maintenance Manager Melbourne
🏢 Sonder Executive
📍 Melbourne