Reliability Manager

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

How You Will Make Contributions That Matter

We are seeking an experienced Reliability Manager to join our Kiewa manufacturing site in a critical leadership role supporting safe, reliable and efficient dairy operations. Reporting to the Site Manager, you will lead the mechanical and electrical maintenance teams, reliability planning and stores functions to optimise asset performance and plant uptime.

This is a hands‑on site leadership role with full accountability for reliability, maintenance strategy, people leadership and continuous improvement.

• Lead electrical & mechanical maintenance teams, planners and stores
• Drive a strong safety and food safety culture
• Reduce unplanned downtime and optimise plant uptime
• Own maintenance planning, shutdowns and CMMS governance
• Manage maintenance budgets, contractors and cost control
• Partner with Operations, Quality and Engineering leaders
• Lead continuous improvement and reliability maturity

About you

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering or relevant trade background with strong leadership experience
• 10+ years’ experience in FMCG or manufacturing environments
• Proven leadership of maintenance/reliability teams in regulated operations
• Strong knowledge of reliability methodologies (RCM, asset care, CI, Lean)
• Experience with shutdown planning, capital projects and CMMS systems
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels
• A practical, people‑focused leadership style with high accountability

Location: Kiewa, VIC – approximately a 20‑minute drive from Albury–Wodonga

We’ll Support You With:

• The opportunity to make meaningful contributions while being supported by a multinational, values-led company
• Learning and development opportunities to grow in your own way
• A competitive annual salary and employee benefits
• Participation in our Employee Share Ownership Program

Click Apply to submit your application. For a confidential discussion, please contact Manisha on 0498 147 768.

Saputo Dairy Australia is an equal opportunity employer. Applications close on the 31st of March; however, we may progress sooner. All applicants require Australian working rights at the time of applying. We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant.

As a leading dairy processor in Australia, Saputo produces, markets, and distributes a variety of products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Devondale, Liddells, CHEER, Mersey Valley and Tasmanian Heritage. Our people bring these popular brands to life, while servicing our farming communities and through our AG Warehouse network.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.