Maintenance Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

Safety-focused culture

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials in Melbourne, Australia seeks a Maintenance Supervisor to lead mechanical and electrical maintenance across site operations. You will drive preventative and predictive maintenance, manage contractors, and ensure safety and reliability to support production targets.

Key focus areas include improving OEE, monitoring KPIs, budgeting, and continuously improving maintenance processes while safeguarding environmental and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline.
• Experience in a maintenance supervisory/leadership role in manufacturing or heavy industry.
• Strong knowledge of preventive and reliability-based maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all mechanical and electrical maintenance activities across the site.
• Develop, coordinate, and implement maintenance programs (preventive, predictive, corrective).
• Ensure safe, efficient operation to support production targets.
• Monitor maintenance KPIs and drive improvements (OEE).
• Plan and schedule maintenance for shifts and shutdowns.
• Manage budgets, resources, and inventory.
• Engage and manage contractors to ensure safe, timely work.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Planned maintenance

Safety compliance

Contractor management

OEE improvement

Budgeting & planning

Team development

Data analysis

Education

Trade qualification in Mechanical or Electrical

Tools

Maintenance management systems

Reporting tools

Job description

Maintenance Supervisor

About the Role

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating all mechanical and electrical maintenance activities on site to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant and equipment. This role plays a critical part in supporting production teams to achieve operational excellence by improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), delivering maintenance KPIs, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The successful candidate will have full accountability for maintenance planning, execution, contractor management, and asset reliability while ensuring all works are completed in accordance with company safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all mechanical and electrical maintenance activities across the site.
• Develop, coordinate, and implement preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs.
• Ensure plant and equipment operate safely, efficiently, and reliably to support production targets.
• Monitor maintenance performance against agreed KPIs and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Drive initiatives to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and asset reliability.
• Plan and schedule maintenance activities for upcoming shifts and shutdown periods.
• Manage maintenance budgets, resources, and inventory requirements.
• Engage, select, and manage contractors to ensure maintenance work is completed safely, on time, and to the required standard.
• Work closely with production teams to minimise downtime and maximise plant performance.
• Investigate equipment failures and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture aligned with company Zero Harm objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislative, environmental, and company requirements.
• Participate in safety audits, plant inspections, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, reports, and documentation.

Skills & Experience

• Trade qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or a related discipline.
• Previous experience in a maintenance supervisory or leadership role within manufacturing, quarrying, construction materials, mining, or heavy industry.
• Strong knowledge of preventative and reliability-based maintenance practices.
• Experience managing contractors and maintenance service providers.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Strong planning, scheduling, and organisational skills.
• Ability to analyse maintenance data and identify improvement opportunities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in maintenance management systems and reporting tools.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.

Why Join Heidelberg Materials?

• Opportunity to lead maintenance operations within a global industry leader.
• Competitive salary package and benefits.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Strong focus on safety, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on plant performance and operational success.

Key Success Measures

• Success in this role will be measured by:
• Achievement of maintenance and reliability KPIs.
• Improvements in Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Reduction in unplanned downtime and maintenance costs.
• Safe execution of maintenance activities.
• Contractor performance and compliance.
• Delivery of continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribution to site operational and production targets.