Day-Shift Maintenance Superintendent – Frontline Leader

CSR; Gosford; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Work-life balance

Training & upskilling

Job summary

CSR Hebel in Somersby on the Central Coast invites a hands-on Maintenance Superintendent to lead the day shift team of trades and support the Maintenance Manager in delivering operational excellence across site maintenance, contractor engagement, and continuous improvement.

We're seeking a strong leader to supervise 23 trades (10 mechanical, 8 electrical), drive safety, minimise downtime, and coordinate major shutdowns with contractors and vendors.

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance leadership experience in heavy industry or manufacturing.
• Trade qualifications in mechanical or electrical disciplines; engineering degree preferred.
• Experience with CMMS (SAP preferred) and planning/scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a day shift maintenance crew across mechanical and electrical disciplines.
• Schedule and oversee maintenance activities including major shutdowns.
• Drive safety, attendance, training and performance accountability.
• Troubleshoot plant and equipment issues to identify root causes.
• Liaise with contractors and suppliers, including service contracts and purchasing.
• Support capital works, lean initiatives, and continuous improvement.
• Manage maintenance activities using SAP or other CMMS platforms.
• Ensure compliance with WHSE standards and permit-to-work systems.

Skills

Mechanical trade

Electrical trade

Leadership

Safety leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Engineering degree

Trade qualifications

Tools

SAP

CMMS platforms

Job description

CSR Hebel in Somersby on the Central Coast invites a hands-on Maintenance Superintendent to lead the day shift team of trades and support the Maintenance Manager in delivering operational excellence across site maintenance, contractor engagement, and continuous improvement.

We're seeking a strong leader to supervise 23 trades (10 mechanical, 8 electrical), drive safety, minimise downtime, and coordinate major shutdowns with contractors and vendors.