About this role
Brighter Futures Start Here
We are an inclusive team who power two of the most iconic and loved brands, Kmart and Target. We have more than 50,000 passionate individuals across our stores, distribution centres, and offices around the globe.
With our brands touching the lives of almost two million customers every week, you’ll feel the impact of the work you’ll do every day. As a leader in the retail market, we’re optimistic about our future and yours. We’re changing at a rapid rate, giving you challenging work that you’ll be proud of.
Join the team
As our Maintenance Manager, you’ll be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of our two Victorian Distribution Centres for Kmart and Target, based in Truganina. From managing contractors and overseeing facility and equipment maintenance, to problem-solving technical issues and driving continuous improvement, you’ll be at the heart of our Supply Chain performance.
What you’ll be doing
- Managing facilities, equipment, and A-Class assets across two DCs
- Coordinating and monitoring contractor performance, ensuring safety and compliance
- Responding to maintenance requests, prioritising and delivering timely solutions
- Leading preventative and corrective maintenance activities
- Conducting root cause analysis to improve machinery efficiency and minimise downtime
- Managing maintenance schedules, budgets, and reporting
- Supporting emergency response and safety management practices
- Partnering with leaders to drive strategy and site improvement
To be successful in this role you’ll have:
- 10 years’ experience in site maintenance within manufacturing, logistics or Supply Chain operations
- A relevant trade qualification (mechanical fitter, electrician, boiler maker, etc.)
- Strong technical skills, ideally with exposure to a CMMS systems
- High mechanical aptitude and ability to undertake minor repairs
- Strong influencing, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills
- Safety-first mindset, with knowledge of COR and compliance requirements
- Financial acumen with experience managing maintenance budgets
Benefits we’ll offer you:
- Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy.
- A team member discount card that gives you a discount at Kmart, Target, Officeworks and Bunnings
- Access to the Kmart for You benefits program which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health – with over 60 suppliers!
- We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work that's why eligible team members get the opportunity to participate in a bonus program
- We offer inclusive parental leave, and ongoing support offered though our partnership with Circle In for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances
- A dynamic learning and support program
- Opportunity to fast track your career through our Mentor Program as a Mentee or Mentor
- A Kudos recognition program, where you are nominated by your peers to spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes
- Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group
We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate. We are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe, and strive to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and welcoming, with applications encouraged from all candidates.
We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like, by emailing [email protected].
If you would like to explore a career with Kmart and this sounds like the perfect role for you – apply now!
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Other facts
About kmartaustr
We’re Team Kmart, on a mission to make everyday living brighter for our customers by improving the Kmart shopping experience – every time and everywhere they engage with us.
For over fifty years now, we’ve been spreading the Kmart love to families of all shapes and sizes in Australia, then New Zealand, and now right across the world! We’re the place where families come first for the lowest prices on everyday items – it’s our vision and it’s what we do with passion.
Today, Kmart has more than 300 stores across Australia and New Zealand and is recognised as one of the most profitable discount department stores in Australia. With over 40,000 Kmart superstars who are all focused on giving our customers the products that they love at the lowest prices, it truly is an exciting time to be a part of our Kmart family – and there’s never been a better time to join us then now!
To find out more information, scroll through our LinkedIn page, or, we’d be happy to welcome you online at www.kmart.com.au
Did you know we’re a part of something bigger?
Owned by Wesfarmers Limited, the Kmart Group family comprises of Kmart Australia and New Zealand, Target Australia, Catch Australia and KAS Group Asia. The Group operates 520 stores across Australia and New Zealand, has offices in Australia and around the world, and employs more than 46,000 team members all focused on delivering products that our customers love.
Together, the Kmart Group is creating an even more satisfying shopping experience for all of our customers, no matter where they are in the world.
What you'll do
- The Maintenance Manager will ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of two Distribution Centres. Responsibilities include managing facilities, overseeing maintenance, and driving continuous improvement.
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