Assistant Maintenance Manager

Huon Aqua; Port Huon; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Huon Aquaculture in Port Huon seeks a hands-on Maintenance Team Leader to coordinate the central workshop, lead mechanical and hydraulic specialists, and ensure safe, efficient maintenance of assets and vessels. The role emphasizes planning, problem-solving, and active participation in day-to-day operations.

You will mentor staff, drive continuous improvement, manage parts and documentation, and collaborate with Marine Operations to keep equipment performing at peak levels.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a busy operational team.
• Strong planning and organisational skills with changing priorities.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical, hydraulic, marine, or industrial equipment.
• Commitment to safety, quality workmanship and developing others.

Responsibilities

• 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 strong 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

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance planning

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Trade qualification

Tools

Maintenance systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job no: 493873
Work type: Full Time
Location: Port Huon
Categories: On-water Marine Farm

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 strong 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 environment 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 strong 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.

Advertised: 03 Nov 2026 Tasmania Daylight Time
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