Maintenance & Reliability Leader

Dulux Group; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health extras gap cover

Exclusive discounts on DuluxGroup & +

Fitness Passport partnership

Parental leave 20 weeks

Learning & career pathways

Wellbeing Hub & EAP

Recognition programs

Job summary

DuluxGroup is a leading paints and coatings company in Australia, with brands like Dulux, Berger, Acratex, British Paints and Porter’s Paints. We are a part of a global network committed to innovation, brand leadership and customer intimacy.

We seek a Maintenance & Reliability Manager to drive site maintenance strategy and improve plant performance. You will lead preventative, predictive and breakdown maintenance, oversee contractors and maintenance systems, and coach a high-performing team

Qualifications

• Engineering, Mechanical or Electrical trade background.
• Proven experience leading maintenance teams in manufacturing.
• Strong track record in maintenance strategy and reliability improvement.
• Experience with Maintenance Management systems (e.g. MEX) and structured maintenance systems.
• Ability to influence, coach and build high-performing teams.
• Strong problem-solving capability with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Flexibility to work varied hours to engage with both AM/PM shift team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement the site maintenance strategy to drive plant reliability, uptime and overall performance.
• Oversee preventative, predictive and breakdown maintenance; manage contractors and maintenance systems.
• Coordinate maintenance activities around operational needs and conduct root cause analysis to drive improvements.
• Coach and develop the maintenance team to build capability within a high-performing function.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Maintenance strategy

Reliability improvement

Maintenance systems (MEX)

Team coaching

Problem solving

Shift flexibility

Tools

MEX

Job description

For over a century, our Paints & Coatings brands have helped shape the homes, buildings, and infrastructure that define Australia and New Zealand. From protecting iconic landmarks to adding colour to everyday spaces, our work makes a lasting impact.

Proudly part of the DuluxGroup and home to some of the region’s most trusted and beloved brands including Dulux, Berger, Acratex, British Paints, and Porter’s Paints - you’ll be joining a team of passionate people globally who are proud to create, innovate, and lead.

We’re consistently recognised as one of ANZ’s most trusted brands, and we’re committed to building better futures - for our customers, our communities, and our people.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Maintenance & Reliability Manager you’ll lead and implement the site maintenance strategy, driving plant reliability, uptime and overall performance. You’ll oversee preventative, predictive and breakdown maintenance, manage contractors and maintenance systems, and coordinate maintenance activities around operational needs. Through root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives, you’ll strengthen site performance while ensuring high standards of safety, compliance and risk management. Just as importantly, you’ll coach and develop your team, building capability and creating a high-performing maintenance function.

• Up to $1,000 net annually to cover private health extras gap costs
• Exclusive discounts on DuluxGroup products and partner offers
• Stay active anytime, anywhere through our partnership with Fitness Passport
• 20 weeks paid parental leave (primary carers) and 2 weeks partner leave from day one
• Market leading learning, development and career pathways
• Access to our Wellbeing Hub and full EAP support
• Recognition programs that celebrate your impact

What We’re Looking for

• Engineering, Mechanical or Electrical trade background
• Proven experience leading maintenance teams in manufacturing
• Strong track record in maintenance strategy and reliability improvement
• Experience with Maintenance Management systems (e.g. MEX) and structured maintenance systems
• Ability to influence, coach and build high-performing teams
• Strong problem-solving capability with a continuous improvement mindset
• Flexibility to work varied hours to engage with both AM/PM shift team members

Why Join Us?

Progressing your career with the DuluxGroup means being part of a network of over 8000 employees globally who believe in our purpose to ‘Imagine a Better Place’

With origins dating back to 1918, we are a leading marketer and manufacturer of iconic brands such as Dulux, Selleys, Cabots, Yates and B&D to name a few.

By joining us, you will be a part of a long-term strategy to deliver profitable growth through brand leadership, innovation and customer intimacy. We are committed to internal mobility and growth while fostering an inclusive culture with flexible work options.