Maintenance Team Leader (Engineering)

TL;DR

Maintenance Team Leader (Engineering): Coordinating maintenance activities in a large-scale dairy manufacturing environment with an accent on equipment reliability and team capability development. Focus on implementing breakdown elimination strategies, managing resources across shifts, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Location: On-site in Southland, New Zealand

Company

A global dairy co-operative operating one of New Zealand's oldest and largest dairy processing sites.

What you will do

• Coordinate maintenance activities and resources to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Provide coaching, guidance, and upskilling to the Edendale Maintenance Team.
• Implement maintenance improvement initiatives and breakdown elimination strategies.
• Develop equipment asset management strategies and preventive maintenance standards.
• Collaborate with Production and Reliability teams to achieve operational goals.
• Promote maintenance best practices and a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Certified Mechanical or Electrical Trade Qualification (or equivalent).
• Experience coordinating maintenance teams, contractors, or tradespeople in a manufacturing/shift environment.
• Proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop team members.
• Technical expertise in mechanical/electrical maintenance and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies.
• Proficiency in maintenance management systems (CMMS), such as SAP.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health and well-being programs, including medical and mental health support.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Fair and equitable pay structures.
• Employee recognition and support for community involvement and cultural connection.
• Flexible/hybrid working options where possible.