Maintenance Supervisor - Mechanical

Your Impact

An exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Supervisor - Mechanical to join our dynamic team based in Yatala, where you will play a key role in optimizing production efficiency by leading a team of skilled maintenance fitters. You will coordinate, coach, and manage the maintenance teams to ensure maximum equipment availability in our production environment.

In this position, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment and collaborate with various cross-functional teams. Your technical expertise will ensure the development and execution of efficient maintenance plans while contributing to process optimization. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee maintenance plan execution, ensuring tools, spares, and SOPs are readily available and up to date.


• Support continuous improvement initiatives and manage engineering administration.


• Lead problem-solving sessions, identify potential issues, and facilitate solutions.


• Foster strong team dynamics, implement performance management, and maintain open communication.


• Ensure adherence to safety, health, and environmental standards, implementing best practices for a safe work environment. 

About You

You have experience managing maintenance teams in fast-paced environments, with excellent communication and influencing skills to manage stakeholders. Additionally, you possess the following:

• Expertise in high-speed packaging lines (beverage experience preferred).


• Proficiency with Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).


• Familiarity with continuous improvement processes (GEM).


• Strong problem-solving, communication, and team-building skills.


• Previous experience working with external contractors and overseeing their performance.


• Experience with FMCG machinery and the ability to meet KPIs.


• Trade qualification in Mechanical Engineering.


• Relevant Engineering and Maintenance Management qualifications.


• Familiarity with manufacturing strategies and continuous improvement initiatives.

Why Asahi Beverages?

Asahi Beverages is a leading multi-beverage organisation with a rich and varied history. Our regional head office is based in Melbourne, with sales, manufacturing and distribution centres located across Australia and New Zealand. We produce and market some of Australia’s most iconic beverage brands, including Schweppes, Pepsi Max, Gatorade, Cool Ridge, Great Northern, Carlton Draught, Vodka Cruiser, Asahi Super Dry and Allpress coffee. We have a great track record of success, we work at pace, our teams are high-performing, and there’s always a lot going on.  There are so many opportunities in our company for those ready to take them on!

We’re proud of who we are and humble in how we work – we believe in creating a culture of excellence, innovation, and diversity. We offer a range of benefits such as product discounts, flexible work arrangements, health and wellness programs, and learning & development opportunities. We are passionate about our commitment to the communities we serve and are clear on our role in enhancing environmental sustainability and social responsibility.

We are a Circle Back Initiative employer and commit to responding to all applicants.