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We have an opportunity for a safety focused leader to join our Gladstone operations as the Team Leader Mechanical and have responsibility for mechanical maintenance across the site. The focus of your role will be to support and manage the mechanical tradespeople to deliver the weekly maintenance plan safely, on time and to a high standard. You will use your technical skills to identify opportunities for improvement and cost savings, making a strong contribution to the reliability of the plant. Your ability to engage with your team and support them to achieve plant performance goals will make a difference not only to your direct reports but to the entire site. In this role you will: Lead and take part in Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) training, communication sessions and toolbox talks, ensuring that SHE is the first consideration in maintenance activities Supporting plant shutdowns throughout the year Ensure JSEA''s are correctly completed, and safety observations are undertaken frequently and mentor/coach team members where necessary. Manage day to day work responsibilities for site mechanical workers Ensure that plant equipment is inspected and maintained to an appropriate level to achieve budgeted plant performance KPIs Identify possible cost reductions in areas of control Improve plant reliability performance towards long term targets by ensuring a high quality of work is constantly performed Provide support and resources for plant breakdowns Provide input to planners so that they can develop and deliver the weekly plan Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and maximise value of maintenance spend Identify areas of improvement for direct reports, including apprentice mentoring, development and TAFE performance Organise cost effective training, coaching and communications to meet the identified needs of the team What Youll Bring Maintenance leadership experience in the manufacturing or mining industry Strong safety focus and the ability to influence a positive safety culture Excellent leadership skills A good understanding of cost reduction and budgeting Proficient with SAP and other programs e.g. Microsoft Office Effective written and verbal communication skills Ability and willingness to be on call Why Join Cement Australia? Be Yourself: Be your authentic self in a diverse and dedicated workplace where we focus on achieving great results together. Paid Parental Leave : We offer leave options (12 weeks paid maternity leave, 1 week paid paternal leave) to support your family life, ensuring you can cherish special moments with your loved ones. Novated Leasing: Drive your dream car for less through our partnership with sgfleet , offering fantastic discounts on vehicles. Discounted Products: Renovating? DIYer ? Save on your home improvement projects with exclusive discounts on concrete and quarry products. Salaried Day Off each month: All salaried roles now have the option to work a 19-day month. Health & Well-being: Prioritise your health with discounted health insurance (Medibank), and access to our EAP program Who We Are Cement Australia has been at the heart of the nations infrastructure for decades, proudly standing as Australias leading supplier of cementitious products and services. With our operations now extending across all states and territories - including expanded manufacturing and distribution capabilities in Western Australia - our national footprint continues to strengthen to support Australias growing construction and infrastructure needs. But were more than just cement. Our diverse operations include heavy industrial manufacturing, coal and limestone mining, bulk transport distribution, rail and shipping logistics , and innovative waste management through Geocycle , where we turn challenges into sustainable solutions. At Cement Australia, we believe in empowering our people with the tools, support, and opportunities to make a real impact. Join a collaborative team that values work-life balance and thrives on innovation. Together, were building a safer, healthier, and more sustainable futuredriven by a shared commitment to excellence and our core values. What Else You Need to Know References, a preemployment medical and background check are part of the recruitment process. Cement Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from Australian residents with valid working rights. Please note: Direct applications onlyno agency submissions at this time. Contact Details Street * Street Cont. City, Town or Suburb * Postcode or Zipcode * Country * State, Region or Province * LinkedIn URL (Please click on your profile and copy the URL from your profile page.) #J-18808-Ljbffr