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Engineering Manager

Miller Leith
Brisbane, QLD
A$160,000-$180,000 p/a + Super
Engineering → Management
Full-time
On-site

Posted 5 days ago


Are you an experienced engineering leader who thrives in a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment? This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a key leadership position with a reputable food manufacturer.

About the Role
As the Engineering Manager, you’ll lead a high-performing maintenance and projects team across a several processing sites. You’ll take ownership of site reliability, asset management, and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring production efficiency and minimal downtime.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of maintenance and project professionals.

  • Manage preventative maintenance and reliability programs to optimise plant uptime.

  • Oversee capital projects from concept through to delivery, ensuring timelines and budgets are met.

  • Partner with production, quality, and safety teams to deliver sustainable improvements.

  • Maintain compliance with food safety, quality, and WHS standards.

  • Drive a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

About You
You’re a hands-on leader with a passion for manufacturing and a strong background in maintenance and engineering management. You’ll bring a strategic mindset and the ability to balance day-to-day reliability with long-term improvement initiatives.

You will also have:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field).

  • Proven experience in a senior maintenance or engineering role within food, agri or FMCG.

  • Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.

  • Demonstrated success in managing CAPEX projects and maintenance budgets.

  • A commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

For More Information For a confidential discussion about the role or your next career move, please contact Kaz Daghistani on 0431 755 401 or via email at [email protected]

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About Miller Leith

Maroochydore, QLD, Australia

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