Electrical Maintenance Leader

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BlueScope is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Leader for its Western Port facility in Hastings. This 24x7 manufacturing environment will see you lead a crew of up to 10 electrical trades and specialists, drive daily equipment performance, and implement asset management plans to sustain manufacturing excellence while safeguarding safety and quality. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you’ll inspire and develop your team, manage resources across units, and steer future projects. The ideal candidate holds an Electrical Trade A Grade or relevant Electrical Engineering and Frontline Leadership qualifications, with manufacturing experience and strong communication. Benefits include a Monday to Friday week, competitive pay, 14% super, training, wellbeing programs, and an inclusive culture. To apply, tailor your resume to show leadership impact, asset management wins, and safety outcomes; highlight experience in fast paced environments and any hazardous area exposure.

Job Description

BlueScope is an Australian-born global success story spanning 15 countries. Our team of over 16,500 people is our strength and we want our people to be safe, successful and well. We’re leaders and innovators in transforming steel into smart products and solutions that support society, today and in the future. We’re proud of brands, like COLORBOND ® steel that inspire and protect everything from hospitals to bridges and stadiums.

The Opportunity

Our Western Port Manufacturing facility is looking for a Electrical Maintenance Leader in our Maintenance team based in Hastings. As a part of the broader Australian Steel Products Portfolio, we have four major manufacturing sites at Western Port which operate 24 x 7 and deliver a variety of products, innovative solutions and services to export and domestic customers.

In this key leadership role, that impacts the safety of our people as well as the quality and reliability of our equipment and products, you will lead, motivate and develop our high performing team to meet and exceed our customer needs. Reporting into the Maintenance Manager, you will be leading a crew of up to 10 members comprising of technical specialists and electrical trades.

What Will You Do?

While leading your team and having a direct impact on the delivery performance of BlueScope Australian Steel Products, this role will see you:

• reviewing the daily performance of equipment related matters & leading your team to ensure manufacturing excellence goals are achieved
• implement asset management plans for the plant
• lead your team in producing a high standard of output while working to scheduled plans
• nurturing the growth and development of your team
• effectively manage resources to ensure support of assigned manufacturing units
• regularly reviewing and prioritising future project work with the maintenance team

More About You

You will be an engaging leader focused on developing your team to deliver solutions to complex problems. In addition, you will bring:

• Electrical Trade (A Grade) strongly preferred or suitable tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering and Frontline Leadership
• experience working in a manufacturing or similar environment
• team building skills, leadership and guidance ensuring your team follows manufacturing excellence targets
• a strong customer focus and the ability to deal with ambiguity and change
• good communication and influencing skills to deliver outcomes through others
• the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• experience in hazardous area management would be advantageous but not essential

What’s in it for you?

• enjoy a Monday to Friday working week
• competitive remuneration package, annual salary review, option for 14% superannuation, participation in our company incentive bonus program
• on-going training and development providing you a career pathway
• access to numerous wellbeing initiatives including an Employee Assistance Program
• access to discounted gym fees through the ‘Fitness Passport’
• canteen on-site – food made fresh daily
• free on-site parking
• you’ll be provided with personal protective equipment (PPE) 
• enjoy a vibrant and inclusive workplace culture that hosts regular celebrations and BBQ’s
• participate in and celebrate our reward and recognition programs
• access to a range of exciting discounts across travel, health, vehicle novated lease programs and more!

Why BlueScope

As we’re creating strength for the future through our people, products and solutions, BlueScope supports you to build your expertise within a safe and positive team environment. At BlueScope, you’ll:​

• Learn and develop as you grow. Work alongside specialists and keep your skills and knowledge at the forefront of industry with our lifelong learning culture.​
• Experience connection and care. Experience a positive, inclusive work environment where we look out for each other’s safety and wellbeing.​
• Build innovative products. Seek better, smarter ways to work, help develop sustainable solutions and make things happen.​
• Deliver work that matters. Every action you take matters in delivering for our customers and strengthening communities for the future. We value what you do. 

We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and valued to be their authentic selves, and we encourage Women and First Nations people to apply. We’re passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities, including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal.​ At BlueScope, we offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program.

It’s an exciting time in our history as, together, we work towards Our Purpose: “We create and inspire smart solutions in steel, to strengthen communities for the future.” ​

Come and discover us at www.bluescope.com/auscareers​

Join us, creating strength for the future.

Applications close Thursday 25th June 2026.