ABOUT KERRY

Kerry is the world’s leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers’ most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Degree Graduate with Electrical or Mechanical relevant trade qualification.
• 5+ years of experience in a similar role with 3+ years supervisory/leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Excellent troubleshooting ability coming from Food industry knowledge.
• Proven track record building solid working relationships
• Knowledgeable in Maintenance best practice.
• Expert in utilizing CMMS for day-to-day activities and analysis.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft programs
• Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Good technical analysis ability and proficient in report writings.
• Fully proficient in interpreting CAD drawings, for electrical, mechanical and facilities applications.
• Excellent organization skills and strong employee engagement skills
• Evidence of excellent verbal and writtencommunication skills, demonstrating the value of technical journaling and expanded use of this information.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for providing maintenance and mechanical support to the site and assisting in project work where required. The position is also responsible for the upkeep of all services to the site including building and grounds. The position also works with and controls the work of Contractors.

• Location: Lonsdale, Adelaide
• Reporting to: Plant Manager

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Maintenance Supervisor is the principal contact and liaison person between the maintenance staff and the plant departments.
• They will ensure that the works requested are managed promptly & efficiently with a high level of quality & customer satisfaction.
• Manage the maintenance function to optimise the availability and productivity of plant and equipment including after hour call outs.
• Raises purchase requisitions and handles initial invoice processed for planned jobs and services
• Planning and scheduling preventative maintenance and shut-downs as well as Management of third-party contractors.
• Estimates cost of each work order in terms of direct labour, materials required and other costs
• Identify and implement cost reduction and reliability initiatives
• Manage the installation and commissioning of new equipment and processes and safety, new technology and efficiency projects
• Responsible for taking ownership of project work delivery and driving performance improvement
• Ensure all documentation (registers, contracts, safety documents, calibration records) is up to date
• Hands on support of the maintenance fitter during his absence.
• Contribute to effective communication between the maintenance and other departments and to the induction and training of new and existing staff as required
• To work cooperatively with work colleagues and contribute to a positive work environment
• All maintenance work complies with health and safety regulations
• Ensure new plant and equipment are managed through the change management process and risk assessments are conducted
• Management of contractors on site such as ensuring inductions; certifications; JSAs/SWMS and relevant documentation
• Management of the Permit to Work System
• Strategies to minimize the environmental impact of maintenance activities (e.g., energy consumption; water saving etc.)