Maintenance Manager | Wonga Plains | QLD

• We are seeking a capable and proactive Maintenance Manager to lead all plant, infrastructure, and facility maintenance activities across the Wonga Plains Aggregation.

• Reporting directly to the Wonga Plains Asset Manager, this role is critical to ensuring asset reliability, operational efficiency, and safe, compliant operations across the feedlot, farming, and backgrounding systems. 

This position will be based at our Wonga Plains Feedlot, located 15 minutes from Bowenville QLD.

The Maintenance Manager will coordinate all maintenance activities across the asset, implement and lead a proactive preventative maintenance program, and oversee pen maintenance and pen cleaning operations. This role requires strong technical capability, practical problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead small teams while coordinating both internal and external trades to deliver timely, cost-effective outcomes. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Coordinate and oversee all plant and equipment maintenance activities across the Wonga Plains asset 

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve a preventative maintenance program to maximise asset uptime and minimise unplanned downtime 

• Lead and supervise pen maintenance and cleaning team activities to ensure safety, animal welfare, and operational efficiency 

• Direct the day-to-day management and coordination of internal maintenance staff and external tradespersons 

• Plan and schedule maintenance work to align with feedlot, farming, and livestock operational requirements 

• Assist in the delivery of capital works, major repairs, and asset replacement projects, including contractor coordination and commissioning support 

• Provide hands-on leadership of small teams, setting clear expectations, prioritising work, and ensuring accountability 

• Establish and maintain effective spare parts systems, balancing asset reliability, lead times, and working capital efficiency 

• Ensure maintenance activities are completed in accordance with workplace health and safety requirements, manufacturer specifications, and company procedures 

• Maintain accurate maintenance records, schedules, and reporting to support budgeting, planning, and continuous improvement 

• Work closely with the Asset Manager and broader site leadership team to support whole-of-asset performance 

• Formal trade qualification desirable; however, proven maintenance leadership experience across complex plant and infrastructure will be considered 

• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience maintaining plant, machinery, and infrastructure 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate internal teams and external contractors effectively 

• Experience leading small teams in a practical, hands-on environment 

• Strong problem-solving skills with a solutions-focused mindset 

• High standard of organisation, planning, and attention to detail 

• Commitment to safety, compliance, and best-practice maintenance standards 

• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating closely with the Asset Manager and site leadership team 

• A key leadership role within a large, modern feedlot and agricultural aggregation 

• Direct reporting line to the Wonga Plains Asset Manager with clear accountability and support 

• Long-term, stable employment within a growing, family-owned agribusiness 

• Competitive salary package reflective of skills and experience 

• Work vehicle provided 

• Supportive team culture that values initiative, reliability, and continuous improvement 

• The opportunity to play a critical role in maintaining and improving a significant, high-value asset 

If this role interests you, and you have the relevant skills and experience, please apply now!

Or if you have any further questions, please contact us at jobs@cammgroup.com.au

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. Get to know a little more about us at www.cammgroup.com.au 

• This is a permanent position and not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders (Backpackers). Nor do we take overseas applications or sponsor overseas applications.

• Applications without required skills and experience listed in the ad will not be considered.