Plant Engineering & Maintenance Manager — Hands-On Leader

The Kraft Heinz Company; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Variable compensation

Parental Leave

Leave options (purchased/volunteer/Lae

Job summary

The Kraft Heinz Company in Seven Hills, NSW, is seeking an Engineering & Maintenance Manager to lead on the production floor, drive safety and reliability, and manage capital projects in a hands-on leadership role.

You will oversee maintenance scheduling, budget control, and continuous improvement initiatives, fostering a skilled, motivated team while ensuring energy and water efficiency and compliance with OH&S and EPA standards.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent is mandatory.
• Proven leadership and people-management experience.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering capital projects.
• Lean manufacturing mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Experience in CAPEX budgeting and cost control.
• Solid OH&S and EPA regulatory knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate engineering and maintenance teams on the shop floor.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and product quality standards are met.
• Plan and prioritise preventative maintenance and asset care.
• Monitor budgets and drive cost efficiency in maintenance activities.
• Oversee capital projects from justification to handover.
• Drive continuous improvement and energy/water optimization.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Project management

Lean manufacturing

Analytical thinking

Communication

Delegation

Strategic thinking

Education

Engineering degree (or equivalent)

Tools

Maintenance management software

CAPEX budgeting tools

Job description

The Kraft Heinz Company in Seven Hills, NSW, is seeking an Engineering & Maintenance Manager to lead on the production floor, drive safety and reliability, and manage capital projects in a hands-on leadership role.

You will oversee maintenance scheduling, budget control, and continuous improvement initiatives, fostering a skilled, motivated team while ensuring energy and water efficiency and compliance with OH&S and EPA standards.