Reliability Maintenance Technician at Saputo Dairy Foods

Leongatha, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Reliability Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Preventive Maintenance, Predictive Maintenance, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Technical Support, FMCG, Dairy Manufacturing, Tetra Pak, SAP, Lean Manufacturing, Attention To Detail, Safety Compliance, Food Safety, Engineering

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best? How you will make contributions that matter We are seeking a Reliability Maintenance Technician to join our dynamic team. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with planning responsibilities to ensure optimal performance of our production assets. You will work closely with our operations team and OEM partners (including Tetra Pak) to troubleshoot, maintain, and improve equipment reliability in a fast-paced UHT milk processing environment. Execute and lead maintenance activities on Tetra Pak lines, sterilizers, homogenizers, and associated front-end processes. Perform troubleshooting and technical support beyond operational capabilities. Plan and coordinate service intervals, shutdowns, and preventive/predictive maintenance tasks. Collaborate with suppliers for parts sourcing and technical support. Drive continuous improvement through root cause analysis and reliability initiatives. Ensure compliance with safety, food safety (HACCP), and company standards. About you Bachelor of Engineering or Trade qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Experience in FMCG or dairy manufacturing environments preferred. Experience with Tetra Pak production lines is highly desirable Proficiency in SAP or similar CMMS tools (Maximo, Pronto). Strong knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance practices. Exposure to lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and RCA. High attention to detail with a focus on efficiency, continuous improvements, and safety. We’ll support you with The opportunity to make contributions that matter, whilst being supported by multinational, values led company A competitive annual salary Learning and development opportunities with the ability to grow in your own way Ability to participate in our Employee Share Ownership Program Product Discounts and other employee benefits Click Apply to submit your application. For a confidential discussion, please contact Manisha on 0498 147 768. Saputo Dairy Australia is an equal opportunity employer. Applications close on the 21st January, however, we may progress sooner, so apply as soon as you can. All applicants require Australian working rights at the time of applying. We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant. As a leading dairy processor in Australia, Saputo produces, markets, and distributes a variety of products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Devondale, Liddells, CHEER, Mersey Valley and Tasmanian Heritage. Our people bring these popular brands to life, while servicing our farming communities and through our AG Warehouse network. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help. Making Good Food Is Our Passion, and we do it responsibly. Our caring teams process about 11 billion litres of milk annually into a diversified range of dairy and dairy alternative products sold in over 60 countries. With 59 manufacturing facilities and over 19,400 employees, we operate our leading business in Canada, the USA, Australia, Argentina, and the United Kingdom. All dairy processors have access to the same raw material and equipment; what distinguishes us is our can-do spirit and our diverse, inclusive work culture that empowers employees to grow in their own way. Stay in touch! Follow the hashtag #OurBestIsMadeOfYours on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

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Responsibilities

The Reliability Maintenance Technician will execute and lead maintenance activities on production lines and improve equipment reliability. This role involves troubleshooting, planning service intervals, and collaborating with suppliers for parts sourcing.