Job Outline
LeaderBrand’s Process Engineering team is on the lookout for an experienced Maintenance Manager to join our busy team in Gisborne. Our team supports the running and maintenance of our state-of-the-art Salad production facility, ensuring everything operates smoothly “from garden gate to dinner plate”. This is your chance to make a real impact in a dynamic and innovative environment
About The Role
This leadership role is focused on machinery reliability, team development, and operational excellence within a fast-paced, high-spec production environment.
As one of New Zealand’s leading food producers, we take our commitment to quality seriously—from garden gate to dinner plate.
This role is central to delivering that promise, by keeping our advanced systems running at their best.
What You’ll Do:
Lead and mentor a team of approx 16 technicians across shifts, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability
Oversee breakdown response, planned maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives
Implement and sustain TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) practices
Partner with production and engineering teams to optimise machine uptime and plant performance
Ensure all maintenance activity meets regulatory, safety, and quality standards
Maintain detailed records and support compliance with systems such as ISO
About You
- Registered Electrician with current practising license, or Mechanical Level 4 (or both)
- Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing or processing environment
- Skilled in diagnostics, fault finding, and root cause analysis
- Familiar with CMMS platforms and improvement methodologies such as TPM, Six Sigma, or 8D
- Strong communication skills with the ability to lead under pressure and across shifts
Why LeaderBrand?
Operate in a modern, production facility using leading-edge automation and equipment
Join a proudly New Zealand-owned company that values innovation, quality, and people
Enjoy real career development in a supportive environment
Be part of a team delivering fresh, high-quality food to Kiwi families nationwide
As part of LeaderBrand’s employment agreement, you will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test and have NZ residency or a valid working visa.
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