• Earn an excellent base salary of $190,000 - $195,000 + superannuation, and a range of generous benefits, including 5 weeks annual leave and discounted health insurance
• Relocation assistance available to help you make this vibrant coastal community your new home.
• Permanent full-time position with opportunities for training and development.

About Mackay Sugar

Located in tropical North Queensland where a unique lifestyle can be blended with a progressive business, Mackay is home to Australia’s second largest sugar milling company, Mackay Sugar. With more than 140 years of experience in raw sugar production and employing up to 800 people seasonally, Mackay Sugar is an iconic Australian brand that contributes significantly to our economy and community.

A member of the Nordzucker Group since 2019, Mackay Sugar is undergoing an exciting period of change and growth. Nordzucker is one of the leading sugar manufacturers in Europe and brings a network of global ideas, innovation, and opportunities to Mackay Sugar.

For more information, please visit: https://www.mkysugar.com.au/

Your Next Opportunity

Mackay Sugar is looking for a full-time Maintenance Manager based at Marian Mill, Mackay, QLD.

Reporting to the Group Maintenance Manager, this role is responsible for leading maintenance operations at Marian Mill, ensuring plant efficiency, safety, and reliability while driving continuous improvement initiatives.

More specifically, your responsibilities will include:

• Leading maintenance planning, scheduling, and execution to maximise plant availability and efficiency
• Overseeing maintenance teams, mentoring staff, and fostering a high-performance culture
• Driving workplace health, safety, and environmental compliance across all maintenance operations
• Managing contractors and coordinating maintenance-related projects to meet budget, safety, and timing targets
• Implementing proactive asset care strategies to optimise plant performance and reduce downtime
• Developing and managing maintenance budgets, ensuring cost control and financial efficiency
• Overseeing shutdowns, maintenance days, and capital works to align with operational needs
• Supporting production teams by providing engineering expertise and technical assistance
• Ensuring maintenance processes align with Mackay Sugar’s Operational Excellence framework
• Monitoring completed work to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards
• Driving a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement within the maintenance team
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to enhance maintenance outcomes

To read the full position description, please click here.

What You’ll Bring to the Team

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Trade background preferred, but candidates with senior-level maintenance experience in relevant industries will be considered
• Experience in fixed plant environments such as steel mills, factories, or heavy industrial settings
• Demonstrated experience in leading maintenance teams, ideally with 5+ direct reports and larger indirect teams
• Strong leadership experience, including the ability to manage workplace dynamics and multiple strong personalities at leadership levels
• Change management experience – proven ability to navigate and drive change in a complex environment

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Tertiary qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Background in sugar mills or similar manufacturing environments
• Understanding of maintenance budgeting and cost control

Mackay Sugar is currently going through a period of change, as such this role requires a resilient, adaptable leader with strong people management, leadership, and problem-solving skills. A hands-on, solutions-focused approach and exceptional communication will be key to building trust, navigating workplace dynamics, and driving change in this high-performance environment.

Why Mackay Sugar?

Remuneration based on skills and experience is a competitive annual salary of up to $195,000 + superannuation, and a host of excellent benefits including:

• 5 weeks of annual leave to recharge and spend quality time with your loved ones
• Short-term housing available for new residents to support a smooth transition
• Relocation assistance to help make this vibrant coastal community your new home
• Short-term incentive (STI) bonus of $10,000, based on key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Comprehensive training and development programs designed to enhance your skills and career growth
• Stable employment in a full-time, permanent position, ensuring you are home every night
• Career Advancement: Unlock genuine opportunities to take your career to the next level
• Personal Growth: Access structured training and development initiatives to help you thrive professionally
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy generous leave benefits and a supportive work environment, Home every night with day work roster and opportunities for compressed working weeks at times
• Employee Benefits: Take advantage of exclusive perks tailored to enhance your well-being, including private health insurance discounts, free annual flu vaccinations and Access to discounts across 500+ businesses

Mackay Sugar isn’t just a workplace – it’s a community of dedicated professionals working together to drive operational excellence. As Maintenance Manager, your leadership will ensure the highest levels of plant efficiency, safety, and productivity, while fostering a culture of accountability and appreciation.

What We Value:

• Courage to make tough decisions and lead your team through challenges
• Appreciation for the hard work and dedication of your team, fostering a positive and supportive culture
• Accountability for your actions, ensuring you deliver on commitments and support the team in achieving its goals
• Dedication to the mission of Mackay Sugar, striving for excellence in everything we do

Ready to Apply?

If you share our values and have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!