Manager - Maintenance Execution

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world. 

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Manager Maintenance Execution to lead the safe, disciplined and efficient execution of maintenance activities across our Mining Services asset base in AusPac.

The role can be based in either Brisbane, QLD or Kurri Kurri, NSW, and will require regular travel across AusPac sites to provide visible leadership, support field execution, and engage with operational stakeholders.

This is a leadership role responsible for ensuring maintenance work is executed safely, consistently and efficiently across multiple sites and asset types.

You will lead maintenance execution teams and contractors, ensure approved maintenance strategies are delivered in the field, and drive continuous improvement to reduce unplanned work, rework and maintenance costs. The role is a key part of Orica’s Engineering & Assets operating model and plays a critical role in asset availability, reliability and compliance.

What you will be doing

• Lead the safe execution of all maintenance activities in line with Orica SH&E requirements and statutory obligations;
• Ensure planned and unplanned maintenance is executed to approved scopes, standards and quality expectations;
• Lead effective responses to breakdowns and emergent maintenance to minimise operational disruption;
• Build and lead capable maintenance teams, including supervisors and contractors, with a strong safety first culture;
• Own maintenance execution cost performance, driving sustained reductions in repairs and maintenance (R&M) spend;
• Reduce unplanned and reactive maintenance through improved execution discipline and first time right maintenance;
• Partner closely with Operations, Engineering, Procurement and Asset Excellence teams;
• Use maintenance data, insights and systems to identify cost drivers and improvement opportunities;
• Support the adoption of digital tools and data driven maintenance practice.

What you will bring

• 10+ years’ experience in maintenance roles within mining, mining services, heavy industry or similar environments;
• A trade background (mechanical, electrical or equivalent);
• Proven experience leading maintenance teams, supervisors and contractors;
• Strong understanding of maintenance execution, asset reliability and regulatory requirements;
• Demonstrated ability to manage large maintenance budgets and drive cost discipline;
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to work across operations, engineering and commercial teams;
• A leadership style that emphasises safety, accountability and execution excellence.

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills. 

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.