Front Line Maintenance Manager - Weekend Shift

PepsiCo; City of Port Adelaide Enfield; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Annual bonus

Health & Wellness programs

Generous leave options

Professional development programs

Job summary

A leading global FMCG company in Adelaide is seeking a Front Line Maintenance Manager to lead weekend maintenance teams, ensuring the reliability and safety of plant equipment. The role involves collaboration with production and engineering teams, compliance with regulatory standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills, experience in FMCG maintenance management, and a trade qualification or engineering degree. The company values a people-focused environment with opportunities for professional growth and wellbeing programs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in maintenance management within FMCG or food manufacturing.
• Solid understanding of electrical, mechanical, and automation systems.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
• Solid understanding of mechanical, electrical and automation systems.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP and food safety compliance.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage weekend trades teams for maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with EHS, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability.
• Support management of maintenance budgets for cost efficiency.
• Support maintenance budgets and help optimize costs.
• Assist with capital and other engineering projects.

Skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team management

Understanding of mechanical systems

Education

Trade qualified Fitter or Electrician, or Engineering Degree

Tools

Automation systems knowledge

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

HACCP/GMP knowledge

Job description

Overview

At PepsiCo, you can Dare for Better. You can help build a world where there are more possibilities for more people, no matter what role you hold. Together, we’ll make a positive impact for good. Because when we Dare for Better, we can smile at what’s next. For our careers, families, communities and the planet.

PepsiCo is seeking an experienced Front Line Maintenance Manager to lead our maintenance team and ensure the reliability, efficiency, and safety of all plant equipment. This is a critical leadership role that supports continuous production and drives improvement initiatives across our operations.

What you get

• Competitive benefits package
• Annual bonus
• Discounts on Scoopon, Luxury Escapes, Asahi Beverages portfolio
• Generous leave options (wellness, birthday, volunteer, 20 weeks parental for both primary & secondary carer, additional leave purchase/cash out)
• Lease Plan
• Health & Wellness programs
• Discounted private health insurance
• Financial coaching
• Counselling sessions
• Flu vaccinations
• Skin checks
• Professional development programs
• Global career opportunities

Job Overview

As the Weekend Front Line Maintenance Manager, you will lead and manage our weekend trades teams to ensure all maintenance activities are completed efficiently, safely, and to the highest standard. This role operates across four days - Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. You’ll work closely with key stakeholders to minimize equipment downtime and maximize plant availability, aligning with the objectives of the maintenance department and the site. Collaboration with production, engineering, and quality teams will be essential to achieve operational goals and maintain a high-performing, reliable manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and manage teams of maintenance technicians and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with EHS, food safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
• Coordinate subcontractors and external resources as required.
• Support management of maintenance budgets and optimize cost efficiency.
• Assist with capital and other engineering projects.

Qualifications

About you:

• Trade qualified Fitter or Electrician, or Engineering Degree
• Proven experience in maintenance management within FMCG or food manufacturing.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and food safety compliance.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills that foster trust, cooperation, and team support.

About us

We are a progressive and people-focused business and believe our diverse workforce is the key to our success. Because we value our employees and their families, we offer an agile and flexible working environment with an emphasis on work life balance and health, as well as plenty of learning opportunities and room to grow your career. We offer you:

• An opportunity to join a Global FMCG Company and a Top Employer of Choice!
• A competitive benefits package
• Personal and Professional Growth Opportunities
• Health and Wellness Programs