Lead Maintenance Excellence in a Successful Drilling BusinessStar Drilling is seeking an experienced and proactive Maintenance Managerto lead our maintenance, asset management, Depot workshop, and inventory functions across our drilling operations.The Maintenance Manager is 50% hands on and 50% leading the mechanical function at Star Drilling's Thomastown Depot, overseeing preventative and proactive maintenance of drilling rigs, support equipment, heavy vehicles and associated plant.
You will supervise a team comprising one Mechanic and one Fitter/Fabricator, manage breakdown and fault response, and take ownership of equipment reliability, availability and operating life.If you are a trade-qualified maintenance professional who thrives in a hands-on environment and enjoys a range of fleet and equipment, improving asset performance, and leading teams, we want to hear from you.Key responsibilitiesManaging preventative and corrective maintenance programs across our diverse fleet of drilling rigs, support equipment and mobile plantLeading a team of one mechanic and one fabricator and coordinating the work program for all employees rostered daily to work at the DepotDeveloping maintenance schedules and asset lifecycle plansManaging inventory, critical spares and procurement activitiesMonitoring equipment performance and reducing downtimeEnsuring compliance with OEM, statutory and client requirementsProviding technical support and subject matter expertise to the Management teamEnsuring accurate plant,



certification and maintenance recordsDriving continuous improvement initiatives across maintenance and asset management functionsThe role is likely to occasionally require:breakdownsearly startslate finishesAbout youTo be successful in this role, you will possess:Mechanical Trade QualificationDemonstrated experience in maintenance leadership within mining, drilling, construction, heavy industry or related sectorsStrong asset management and maintenance planning experienceExcellent problem-solving and fault-finding skillsExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsStrong organisational ability with experience managing competing prioritiesDemonstrated ability to identify risks, implement improvements and drive operational performanceAbility to work effectively under pressure and deliver results.Current HR Driver's and forklift LicenceStrong computer skills including Microsoft Office and maintenance management systemsQualifications in mechanical hydraulics, electrics etcExperience working on drilling equipmentExperience leading mechanical, maintenance or operational teams in the Drilling or Mining IndustryFrontline Management qualification or equivalentWhat Star Drilling can offer you:Excellent wages and conditions, including a flexible RDO and company vehicleFull time position with four weeks Annual LeaveCompany productivity bonusesModern fleet of equipmentFriendly and collaborative workforceSupportive Management TeamStrong commitment to training and developmentModern and well-equipped workshopAbout Star Drilling ()Star Drilling is a leader in the industry.
Setting the standard with OH&S; systems, modern equipment and a outstanding a team environment.Star Drilling operates 18 drilling rigs from large sonic rigs to small geoprobes and we engage in a variety of drilling methods, auger, rotary air, rotary mud, diamond and sonic drilling.
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📌 Maintenance Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Star Drilling
📍 Melbourne