Engineering Manager

Location:

Regional QLD

Cairns & Far North

Work Type:

Full Time

Salary:

$130,000 to $140,000

• Fantastic Career opportunity with an Australian manufacturing leader
• Key leadership role
• Excellent remuneration package on offer

Engineering Manager - Cairns
Circa $130k Plus Superannuation and Bonus
1 shift-Normal hours for a perfect Work / Life balance

A leading organization is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Engineering Manager to join their team. This key leadership role will be responsible for overseeing the engineering department to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the plant and equipment, supporting maximum productivity, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of maintenance engineers to ensure all plant equipment is serviceable and safe.
• Oversee preventative maintenance and ensure downtime of machinery is minimized.
• Collaborate with production teams to optimize processes and meet daily production targets.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including efficiency improvements and automation projects.
• Manage capital projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies, including WHS, HACCP, and other relevant standards.

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, specializing in production or manufacturing.
• At least 5 years of experience in a similar position, with a focus on production systems and continuous improvement.
• Proven experience in leading a team, managing projects, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and Total Preventative Maintenance (TPM) methodology.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to build effective working relationships at all levels.