National Maintenance & Modernisation Manager

at  Symbion

ABOUT US:

Symbion is a leading provider of healthcare services, specializing in pharmaceutical distribution servicing the pharmacy and hospital sectors. With a strong focus on state-of-the-art technology, Symbion operates a national network of automated and non-automated sites, ensuring optimal performance and continuous improvement.
Symbion is a division of the EBOS Group. With over 5,000 employees in 115 locations across Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia, EBOS Group is the largest and most diversified Australasian marketer, wholesaler and distributor of healthcare, medical and pharmaceutical products. It is also a leading marketer and distributor of recognised animal care brands.
EBOS Group is publicly listed on the New Zealand and Australian stock exchanges.

• Maintain maximum economic uptime of systems currently in place.
• Review third-party maintenance contracts to ensure alignment, consistency, best practice, compliance with industry standards, adherence to SLAs, and value for money.
• Provide advice and assistance on maintenance programs, automation, major repairs, and technical challenges.
• Drive modernisation projects in fire prevention systems, cold chain & air-conditioning management, automation, and preventative maintenance management.
• Collaborate with Warehouse Technical Officers and Operations Managers to influence best practices and work towards consistent National SOPs.
• Liaise with Operations Managers and Technical Officers to reduce facility breakdowns, identify root causes, and implement risk minimisation improvements.
• Develop strategies for design improvements to enhance productivity and profitability.
• Establish site relationships, understand site issues, and assist with solutions.
• Facilitate monthly forums for warehouse Technical Officers to discuss breakdowns and future projects.
  What we are looking for:
  We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced National Maintenance and Modernisation Manager to join our dynamic team. Ideally you will have experience in warehouse automation and electrical qualifications. This role is crucial for coordinating asset improvement, fault finding, repairs, and preventative maintenance across all sites. You will prepare business cases, assist finance with capital forecasting, and review the performance of essential warehouse systems to identify risks and opportunities.