MAINTENANCE MANAGER

d'Arenberg Pty Ltd; McLaren Vale; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

d'Arenberg Pty Ltd in South Australia seeks an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead a multi-skilled team ensuring safety and continuity of winery production, packaging lines, and facilities. You will drive maintenance strategy, manage budgets, and coordinate external contractors on complex projects.

The role emphasizes a hands-on approach, continuous improvement, and strong planning capabilities within a dynamic wine manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant Mechanical, Electrical or Engineering trade qualifications or a technical discipline.
• Understanding of building and equipment maintenance, electrical and mechanical systems, plumbing and general repairs.
• Experience leading a maintenance team within a manufacturing environment.
• Sound administrative, reporting and organizational capabilities.
• Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance of winery production equipment and packaging lines.
• Coordinate breakdown response and prioritise maintenance to support production.
• Develop and deliver maintenance planning using the MEX system.
• Direct external contractors and manage projects on schedule.
• Manage facilities and maintenance budget and control costs.
• Lead and mentor the maintenance team.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Plan and schedule meetings; coordinate safety drills.

Skills

Team leadership

Maintenance management

Safety compliance

Budget management

Preventive maintenance

Project coordination

Continuous improvement

Education

Mechanical trade qualification

Electrical trade qualification

Engineering qualification

Tools

MEX Maintenance Management System

Job description

Established in 1912, d'Arenberg is one of the most significant wineries in the McLaren Vale region. Famous for an eclectic portfolio of oddly named wines and a bold red stripe that adorns each bottle, our range is considerable and can be found in over 80 countries worldwide.

We are also home to the highly acclaimed d’Arenberg Cube which is one of the most well-known tourist attractions in South Australia, with multiple experiences on offer. Having 360 degree views overlooking d'Arenberg's vineyards, the building is a five story architectural puzzle, carefully designed to entice and excite the senses of our visitors with a plethora of interactive experiences.

We are seeking an experienced, driven and hands-on Maintenance Manager to lead a diversified team and ensure all production equipment, facilities and infrastructure remain safe and fully operational.

About the role :

Efficient execution of maintenance operations across the facility, encompassing winery production equipment, packaging lines, site-wide machinery, buildings and grounds.

Coordinate breakdown response and prioritize maintenance activities to support production, particularly throughout Vintage.

Further develop the MEX Maintenance Management System to deliver work orders, asset management, preventative maintenance, inventory control and reporting.

Direct external contractors and multi-faceted projects ensuring high quality results are delivered within scope, and on schedule.

Manage various projects including installation of new plant and equipment, building construction and renovation.

Oversee the facilities and maintenance budget and monitor expenditure in order to improve cost effectiveness.

Foster ongoing mentoring and team development.

Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Facilitate regular planning and scheduling meetings.

Coordinate emergency procedures, incident response and evacuation exercises.

About you :

Relevant Mechanical, Electrical or Engineering trade qualifications or a technical discipline.

A comprehensive understanding of building and equipment maintenance, electrical and mechanical systems, plumbing and general repairs.

Experience leading a Maintenance Team within a manufacturing environment.

Sound administrative, reporting and organizational capabilities.

Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the Wine Industry and enjoy a multi-dimensional role in a dynamic and changing environment.