The company The NZ Sugar Company stands tall amongst New Zealand's top 100 companies and holds a significant spot within the global agri-business giant, Wilmar International. Established in 1884, this is an iconic Kiwi business and home to Chelsea, one of New Zealand's most loved brands. They have a true expertise and passion for their products, producing the best sugars that are kiwi-made. At the heart of their business are its people. They are proud of their culture, fostering an environment where their people can thrive and make a meaningful impact every single day. The opportunity We are currently seeking a mechanical maintenance team leader to join our large and busy operations team at Chelsea. This role is vital in ensuring the reliable, cost-effective execution of all maintenance activities while maintaining a strong focus on customer needs and achieving our operational goals. Reporting to the reliability maintenance manager, the mechanical maintenance team leader will be responsible for leading the team of 6 to ensure the safe and efficient completion of work orders, optimising systems and processes, and driving continuous improvement. A key focus will be on meeting safety, health, environment, and quality (SHEQ) standards, improving operational efficiency, and maintaining effective cost management. The primary responsibilities for this role include: * Support the reliable operation of the refinery * Work flexibly and adaptably to ensure customer needs for maintenance and repairs are met efficiently and effectively * Conduct maintenance and repair activities with consideration to minimising cost and maximising value * Support the refinery's achievement of operational cost targets through reduction in downtime and energy and water use * Ensure work is in accordance with best practices in safety, health, environment and food safety, complying with internal and regulatory requirements and procedures * Identify and capitalise on opportunities to improve reliability, performance, or safety of plant and equipment The successful applicant will: * Hold a mechanical maintenance trade qualification (or equivalent), NZCE or BE * Have broad experience in mechanical maintenance (preferably in a food, pharmaceutical, or FMCG manufacturing environment) * Have proven leadership experience * Possess strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across a diverse team * Be able to manage areas of sole responsibility while being part of a wider team * Enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and adjust priorities accordingly to meet project demands * Have excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to troubleshooting issues * Have a commitment to safety guidelines, regulations, and protocols, promoting and maintaining a culture of safety in the workplace * Be eligible to work in New Zealand immediately What's in it for you As well as a competitive salary, NZ Sugar is proud to offer a number of fantastic benefits, including the following: * Company superannuation * Medical insurance * Employee health and wellbeing programme * Free parking * Free fully equipped gym and access to a personal trainer Note: all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical, including a drug and alcohol test. Don't miss out on this awesome opportunity - we look forward to receiving your application today! To apply for this job, please go to our job site https://careers.wilmarsugar-anz.com and enter the job code 51123HL.