Maintenance Engineer

Randstad; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad is seeking a Maintenance Engineer in Melbourne's Northern suburbs to lead trade teams and optimise plant availability. You will implement preventative maintenance, interpret technical drawings, and ensure safety and quality across the site.

This role requires collaborative leadership, a willingness to learn, and flexibility for shift work within a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or relevant technical education.
• 2+ years in manufacturing; graduates encouraged.
• Ability to read drawings and perform fault-finding.
• Flexibility for shift work and driving license.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day maintenance activities for tradespeople and contractors.
• Plan and implement preventative maintenance policies and systems.
• Supervise installation, modification and repair of plant equipment.
• Diagnose faults in mechanical/electrical systems and advise on repairs.
• Assist in managing maintenance stores, stock levels and parts orders.
• Promote compliance with quality, safety and environmental standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Preventative Maintenance

Plant Capability

Troubleshooting

Inventory Management

Safety & Compliance

Communication

Organization

Collaboration

Education

Engineering Degree

TAFE qualification

Job description

Randstad is recruiting on behalf of a leading manufacturing client located in the Northern suburbs of Melbourne seeking a skilled and proactive Maintenance Engineer to join their operations team. In this role, you will assist in leading trade teams (Fitters, Electricians, Boilermakers, and contractors) and play a pivotal part in optimizing plant availability, improving preventative maintenance systems, and maintaining high safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Supervision: Assist in directing day-to-day maintenance activities for tradespeople and contractors, ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Preventative Maintenance: Plan, implement, and continuously improve Preventative Maintenance (PM) policies and systems for site assets.
• Plant Capability & Upgrades: Plan and supervise the installation, modification, and repair of plant equipment to maintain peak production performance and machinery availability.
• Troubleshooting & Engineering Support: Diagnose faults in mechanical and electrical equipment, interpret technical drawings, and advise on efficient repairs.
• Inventory & Purchasing: Assist in managing maintenance stores, tracking stock levels, and ordering parts and materials as required.
• Safety & Compliance: Promote strict compliance with Quality, Safety, and Environmental standards, reporting any unsafe practices or quality concerns.

Key Requirements

• Education: Engineering Degree or relevant Technical Education (TAFE or leadership qualifications highly regarded).
• Experience: While 2+ years of industry experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred, motivated Graduate Engineers with a great attitude, strong problem-solving skills, and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply!
• Technical Skills: Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, perform fault‑finding on mechanical and electrical systems, and manage PM systems.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, strong organizational abilities, and a collaborative approach to working alongside trades and contractor teams.
• Flexibility: Valid driver's license and a willingness to participate in shift work or call-outs when needed.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.