Maintenance Leading Hand

Timberlink; Bell Bay; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A timber products manufacturer in Bell Bay is seeking a Maintenance Leading Hand to oversee maintenance operations. The ideal candidate will provide support to supervisory staff and assist in the training of maintenance personnel. Required attributes include strong teamwork, work ethic, and relevant trade qualifications. The position offers a structured shift roster and a commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Previous experience leading maintenance teams preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Strong customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in training maintenance personnel.
• Provide advice and service to crew members.
• Drive maintenance outcomes through effective communication.

Skills

Teamwork

Strong work ethic

Customer focus

Proactivity

Education

Relevant trade qualifications

Job description

Overview

Timberlink Australia I New Zealand is a leading timber products manufacturing and distribution business. Our two manufacturing sites are located close to some of the best plantation pine resources in the world - Bell Bay in Tasmania & Tarpeena in South Australia. Our fit-for-purpose indoor and outdoor plantation pine products are suitable for building new homes, renovation projects and other industrial manufacturing applications including packaging, pallets, and furniture components.

About the role

We currently have a vacancy for a Maintenance Leading Hand who will be responsible for providing the Electrical Maintenance and Mechanical Maintenance Supervisors, along with your own team, outstanding support and guidance to its crew on a daily basis, ensuring that maintenance is completed on time and in line with the daily requirements. This permanent, full time position reports directly to the Maintenance Supervisor and is based at our sawmill located in Bell Bay (Approx. 30 minutes from Launceston). The role requires the successful candidate to be available on a 7-day, day shift roster on the following schedule:

• 5 days on, 5 days off then

• 4 days on, 5 days off then

• 5 days on, 4 days off then back to start again

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the training of maintenance personnel
• Provide general advice and service to all crew members
• Effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders to drive maintenance outcomes

Essential personal attributes

• Ability to work co-operatively in a highly effective team
• Possesses a strong work ethic
• Customer focused and service oriented
• Proactive, professional and responsible

Please note that previous experience leading electrical or mechanical maintenance teams are highly desired, along with relevant and/or suitable trade qualifications are highly desirable.

The successful candidate will be rewarded with a salary based upon experience and performance, along with full training and support from a hardworking and committed team.

Timberlink is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported, regardless of their background, identity, or ability. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and will continue to invest in creating a diverse workforce, ensuring that we hold ourselves accountable to our commitment to inclusion.

If you would like to know more, or wish to apply for the role, please submit your application including your cover letter and CV [e-mail] or through the apply now link, ensuring you select the job you are applying for.

No agencies or cold calling please!

Application questions

• Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

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