Job Description

About Us

At Valmont, we create vital infrastructure that helps keep our roadways safer, connects communities and enables a more resilient and reliable power grid. Our work in renewable energy helps generate cleaner, more sustainable power. And we increase agricultural productivity by helping growers produce more with less. In short, our work makes life better.

Our Valmont Coatings division is the industry leader in hot-dip galvanizing and applied coating services. Our rapid expansion has grown to include over 35 coatings facilities in 7 countries, and our services provide protection for a variety of products, bolstering durability, lifespan and aesthetic value.

How you will contribute

We are currently seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to join Valmont Coatings on a full-time permanent basis at our Campbellfield site. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for leading all maintenance and reliability activities on-site to ensure the safety, efficiency, and longevity of our critical equipment and assets.

As a hands-on and pro-active leader, you will play a key role in improving plant reliability, reducing downtime, and supporting a high-performing maintenance culture.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Develop and lead the site maintenance strategy, including predictive and preventative maintenance plans.
• Improve plant reliability and performance by reducing unplanned downtime and increasing asset lifespan.
• Lead and develop the maintenance team, promoting high performance, safety, and accountability.
• Manage maintenance schedules, subcontractors, and shutdowns to minimise operational disruptions.
• Oversee critical spares, tools, and system inventory to ensure operational readiness.
• Use data-driven insights to identify root causes of equipment issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain and improve Maintenance Management Systems, ensuring timely completion of all work orders.
• Identify capital projects, raise capital requests & project manage in line with budget

About you

• A Trade Qualification in Mechanical Fitting or a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years’ experience in a maintenance leadership role within manufacturing or heavy industry.
• Strong knowledge of preventative maintenance systems and reliability centered maintenance (RCM).
• Proven ability to lead teams and drive performance in a safety-focused environment.
• Experience with fault finding, root cause analysis, and the use of predictive maintenance technologies.

Why Valmont Industries?                     

• Rewards & Benefits – Valmont Australia employees enjoy access to exclusive company benefits that including Discounted Private Health Insurance, Competitive Novated Lease options (remove for wage roles) and staff discounts on range of retail products.

• Global Opportunity - We have 87 facilities and do business in over 100 countries. That’s how Valmont can offer opportunities that are as vast as the planet itself.

• Culture -  Valmont employees spanning generations have benefitted from our commitment to work/life balance and a family-first operating philosophy.

To apply, please include your resume and cover letter in your application.

When you join our team, you become part of a passionate group dedicated to changing lives and conserving resources around the globe. Our products and services make a difference. Join us, and BUILD YOUR WORLD.

All successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including a medical.

Valmont is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.