About the Role

This isn't a role where you'll be sitting behind a desk all day.

Reporting to the Engineering & Maintenance Manager, you'll help lead our Central Workshop, coordinating maintenance activities, supporting a team of tradespeople, and ensuring our assets, vessels, and equipment are maintained safely and efficiently. You'll be just as comfortable planning the work as you are rolling up your sleeves and helping get the job done.

In this role you'll:
Lead and support a team of mechanical and hydraulic specialists to deliver quality maintenance outcomes
Coordinate day-to-day workshop operations and maintenance priorities
Provide hands-on technical support and troubleshooting when needed
Work closely with Marine Operations and other stakeholders to keep assets operating at their best
Drive a robust safety culture and lead by example in safe work practices
Support the development and training of team members
Manage workshop inventory, spare parts, and maintenance documentation
Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes, and team performance

About You

You're a natural leader who enjoys building capable teams and creating an setting where people can do their best work. You're practical, solutions-focused,



and happy to jump in when the job requires it.

You'll bring:
A relevant trade qualification and solid maintenance experience
Experience working with mechanical, hydraulic, marine, or industrial equipment
Proven leadership experience and the ability to coordinate a busy operational team
Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to juggle changing priorities
Confidence communicating with a wide range of stakeholders
A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
Experience using maintenance systems and Microsoft Office programs
A commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and developing those around you

Why Join Huon?

At Huon Aquaculture, we're passionate about what we do and the people who help make it happen. You'll join a supportive team, work across a diverse range of equipment and projects, and have the opportunity to make a genuine contribution to an industry-leading operation.

If you're looking for a leadership role that combines people management, technical expertise, and hands-on involvement, we'd love to hear from you.

📌 Assistant Maintenance Manager Port Huon
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