Food-Plant Maintenance Leader – Reliability & Projects

George Weston Foods Limited; Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Monthly site lunches

Tools provided

Job summary

George Weston Foods Limited is seeking a Maintenance Manager for the Wetherill Park site to lead the maintenance team, ensure safety, reliability, and continuous improvement. You will manage budgets, coordinate with the site leadership, and drive proactive maintenance practices in a food processing environment.

The role involves hands-on leadership, planning, and collaboration with contractors to uphold quality and food safety standards across the facility.

Qualifications

• Electrical trade qualification (Required).
• Maintenance experience in a food processing or industrial environment (Desired).
• Leadership experience (Team Leader/Supervisor/Manager).
• Strong contractor management, procurement and stakeholder communication skills.
• Self-led and motivated to advance your maintenance career.

Responsibilities

• On-the-tools Monday to Friday dayshift with one direct report covering afternoon shift.
• Plan, schedule and manage work orders in MEX with focus on reliability and minimizing downtime.
• Respond to breakdowns with urgency and prioritise work.
• Direct and coach teams, ensuring QA and HSE compliance.
• Lead site capital projects and investments.

Skills

Electrical trade

Maintenance leadership

Contractor management

Stakeholder communication

Safety and compliance

Job description

George Weston Foods Limited is seeking a Maintenance Manager for the Wetherill Park site to lead the maintenance team, ensure safety, reliability, and continuous improvement. You will manage budgets, coordinate with the site leadership, and drive proactive maintenance practices in a food processing environment.

The role involves hands-on leadership, planning, and collaboration with contractors to uphold quality and food safety standards across the facility.