Story Fresh is a 4th generation seed-to-store farming company supplying much of the east coast of Australia with their favourite salads. We grow and process leafy vegetables with our own nursery, farms and state of the art processing facility. Our team is extremely innovative and focused on producing the best possible product every day of the year.
THE ROLE
We are looking for the lead person for the Factory Maintenance team. The maintenance team is responsible for line setups, repairs and maintenance of the equipment and services in the facility. This involves preventative maintenance, breakdowns, continuous improvement of all processes and new installs. As Supervisor, the role requires strong operational leadership in maintenance situations across a range of disciplines.
MAINTENANCE TEAM'S RESPONSIBILITIES
Routine maintenance on a very wide range of process machinery and plant
Rapid response and problem solving for breakdowns
Working with the production teams to optimise facility performance
Support for continuous improvement, modifications and installs
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Active lead in daily operational activities in a courteous and team focused manner
Drive preventative maintenance through strong team co-ordination and organisation, effective forward planning, confident and transparent communication and a methodical approach
Rapid, focused,



effective diagnostic and problem solving during breakdowns
Oversee the full implementation of inventory control (stocktakes and ordering), approval of purchases, repairs undertaken and maintenance scheduling using MEX software
Undertake required QA verifications and documentation
Own the team's performance and drive continuous improvement
Able to do call outs for out-of-roster breakdowns on a rotational or skill specific basis
IDEAL CANDIDATE
Capable trades person, preferably with a trade qualification (mechanical fitter, electrical fitter ideal) or at least 5 years of work experience in a similar role
Good observational skills
Team player, motivated, can-do attitude with positive manner
Quick learner
Willingness to do occasional out-of-hours work as part of normal factory maintenance to accommodate access constraints
Understanding of requirements when working in food production
WE OFFER
Very attractive pay rate negotiated according to skill and experience
Routine Monday to Friday roster with early starts and early finish
Modern facility with sophisticated equipment and extensive in-house control systems
Dynamic, multi-tasked work program
Opportunities for career progression
Be part of an exciting future - a fast paced industry that is evolving rapidly
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📌 Factory Maintenance Supervisor (Queensland)
🏢 Story Fresh
📍 Queensland