Provide solid, visible leadership to an experienced technical teamShape the long-term asset health strategy and improve plant performanceDrive reliability, performance and continuous improvement across two sitesLocation: Perth, WA, AUWe're looking for an experienced Reliability Manager to lead our maintenance activities across our Tip Top bakeries in Canning Vale and O'Connor.Reporting to the Operations Manager, you'll be responsible for maximising plant availability, improving asset reliability and ensuring repairs, maintenance and agreed capital programs are delivered safely on time and within budget.
You'll also lead the reliability team, building capability, accountability and engagement across the function.This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll work closely with site operations and the broader WA leadership team to improve systems, reduce downtime and embed a strong culture of safety and continuous improvement.Purpose of the RoleLead, coach and develop the reliability team, creating a culture of accountability, inclusion and continuous improvementLead the development and delivery of the Asset Health Strategy across both sitesDrive preventive maintenance, equipment reliability and long-term planning for critical assetsAnalyse downtime and lead improvement initiatives, root cause analysis and process development projectsEnsure major breakdowns are appropriately resourced and provide technical support when requiredIdentify opportunities to reduce repairs and maintenance costs while improving plant performanceDeliver agreed maintenance and capital programs within budget and required timeframesChampion safe working practices, contractor management and compliance with HSE requirementsPartner with operations, production, safety, supply chain, contractors and vendors to support effective site delivery.About YouYou're an experienced maintenance or reliability leader who understands the demands of a high-volume manufacturing environment.




You combine strong technical capability with practical leadership skills and can build trusted relationships across operations.Experience leading technical teams and improving team capability and performanceA trade qualification in fitting, electrical or industrial electricalDemonstrated experience within manufacturing operations, ideally FMCG or food manufacturingStrong preventive maintenance and reliability-based asset management experienceFinancial management, capital planning and project management experienceKnowledge of GMP and HACCP practicesExperience with automated control systems and PLCsStrong safety, risk management and contractor management capabilityA tertiary qualification in engineering would be highly regardedWhy Join Us?
At Tip Top Bakeries, we're proud to produce an extensive range of wholesome sliced bread, muffins, crumpets, pikelets, bagels and pies.
Our purpose of 'Everyday Moments of Goodness' represents the lives we touch and the difference we make.
Those moments that bring a smile, make us proud, or keep us safe, are moments we strive for through our work.We take pride in supporting our people to learn, grow, and develop throughout their careers with Tip Top Bakeries.
We believe in the power of an inclusive and diverse workforce and invest in meaningful initiatives to remove barriers and enable our employees to have a satisfying and rewarding career with us.
Our vision for Tip Top Bakeries is an organisation where everyone belongs, everyone is valued, and everyone has equal opportunity.Join the team and be part of one of our iconic brands like Tip Top, Abbotts Bakery,



Bürgen and Golden.Working With Tip Top, We Offer Many Benefits IncludingFamily-friendly policies including 14 weeks of paid parental leave, additional paid time off to ease back to work and ongoing superannuation contributions during unpaid parental leaveRecognition and award programs, including access to our online rewards platformHealth and wellbeing programs including access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program, and on-site physiotherapy servicesFlexible working optionsAccess to an extensive range of internal trainings and development programs for your careerFinancial support for approved study pathways, as well as traineeship and apprenticeship programsTwo paid volunteer days per year as part of our focus on Community PartnershipsNovated Leasing OptionsStart the ConversationIf this role sounds like you and you're eager to learn, grow, and help create everyday moments of goodness, we want to hear from you.Our Recruitment Process typically consists of a brief, prearranged telephone or video call, followed by 1-2 interviews in-person or over Zoom/Teams.
We're happy to adjust our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs.
Let us know your needs in providing a positive, barrier-free recruitment process via phone on or email to .
Please do not call to enquire about this position as the phone number is for requesting accessibility needs only.During the recruitment process you may be required to complete pre-employment screening which include a medical (includes drug & alcohol testing) and a criminal record check.At Tip Top we strive to create a place where Everyone belongs, Everyone is valued, and Everyone has equal opportunity.
We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability.
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