Maintenance & Reliability Manager

Dulux Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health gap cover up to $1,000

Exclusive product discounts

Fitness Passport access

20 weeks paid parental leave

2 weeks partner leave

Wellbeing Hub access

EAP support

Recognition programs

Job summary

DuluxGroup is seeking a Maintenance Leader to drive the site maintenance strategy at our Melbourne facility. You will champion plant reliability, uptime and safety while managing maintenance teams and contractor relationships.

With experience in manufacturing maintenance and MEX CMMS, you will lead continuous improvement, coach your team, and plan maintenance aligned to operations to deliver optimal performance.

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification or mechanical trade background.
• Proven experience leading maintenance teams in manufacturing.
• 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.
• Drive plant reliability, uptime, and performance outcomes.
• Manage preventative, predictive, and breakdown maintenance.
• Oversee contractors and maintenance systems.
• Lead root cause analysis and improvement initiatives.
• Plan and schedule maintenance to align with operational needs.
• Ensure safety, compliance, and risk management standards.
• Develop and coach your team to build capability and performance.

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

• Lead and implement the site maintenance strategy
• Drive plant reliability, uptime, and performance outcomes
• Manage preventative, predictive, and breakdown maintenance
• Oversee contractors and maintenance systems
• Lead root cause analysis and improvement initiatives
• Plan and schedule maintenance to align with operational needs
• Ensure safety, compliance, and risk management standards
• Develop and coach your team to build capability and performance
• 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 qualification or mechanical 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.