Engineering Manager

Embodied Corporate Solutions; Fremantle; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Embodied Corporate Solutions is seeking an experienced Engineering and Maintenance Manager based at the Fremantle Port. You will lead the maintenance department, align with the National Engineering team, and drive the strategic direction for major assets in a heavy industrial environment.

Qualifications include a tertiary Engineering degree (mechanical and/or electrical) and proven leadership in maintenance management.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering with mechanical and/or electrical focus.
• Proven experience in heavy engineering/industrial maintenance management.
• Knowledge of Contract Management processes and OH&S policies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure OH&S compliance and enhance safety culture across maintenance.
• Mentor and develop maintenance staff within heavy industrial operations.
• Manage internal and external maintenance contractors and CMMS systems.
• Drive continuous improvement of preventive maintenance processes.
• Ensure assets meet statutory and OEM requirements and are integrated with new assets.
• Lead asset management projects and contribute to national asset strategy.
• Monitor maintenance expenditure, reliability, safety and plant integrity.
• Address backlogs in maintenance work orders to minimise terminal risk.

Skills

Engineering management

OH&S policies

CMMS proficiency

Contract management

Leadership

Report writing

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

MSIC eligibility

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Engineering degree (mechanical or electrical)

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Seeking a suitably experienced Engineering and Maintenance Manager located at the Fremantle Port as part of the management team and working closely with the Terminal Manager.

With proven managerial experience within a heavy industrial work environment, your leadership and management skills will be the key to the success of this role. The responsibilities of this position include the repair and maintenance of critical terminal equipment and facilities, as well as collaboration with the National Engineering team to shape the strategic direction of major assets.

Possessing tertiary qualifications in mechanical and/or electrical engineering, backed by a track record in engineering and maintenance management within the heavy engineering/industrial sector. Your focus on OH&S, expertise in preventive maintenance systems, leadership of the engineering department, and financial acumen are required in this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the maintenance department adhere to the organisations OH&S policies and procedures and identifying enhancements to the existing safety culture.
• Mentor and develop individuals within the heavy industrial maintenance operations.
• Implement systems and procedures to manage internal and external maintenance contractors.
• Continuous improvement of preventive maintenance systems and processes.
• Manage assets in compliance with all relevant statutory and OEM requirements.
• Manage maintenance projects and integrate new assets with existing assets.
• Lead initiatives to boost Planned Maintenance levels through proactive and preventive practices and provide recommendations for improvements in the national asset strategy.
• Develop systems and processes to monitor maintenance expenditure, reliability, safety, and plant integrity.
• Manage maintenance work order backlogs effectively to maintain acceptable levels and minimise risk to terminal operations.

Key Requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering.
• Proven experience in a heavy engineering/ industrial environment.
• Knowledge of Contract Management processes.
• Experience in managing work teams in a unionised environment is beneficial.
• Solid OH&S policies and procedures experience and knowledge.
• Proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Computer Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Sound negotiation skills.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and planning skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication, as well as interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in report writing and record-keeping.
• Additionally, you must be eligible to obtain an MSIC (Maritime Security Identification Card).

This is an exceptional career opportunity for an experienced Engineering Manager to make their mark working with a leader in shipping operations in a pivotal role. The recruitment process for this role commences immediately.