Engineering Manager

Company Description

Elevate your career with Jack Link’s, a global leader in protein snacking.

Elevate your career with Jack Link’s, a global leader in protein snacking. If you're seeking a role with a category leader that has ambitious growth plans, Engineering Manager position is your opportunity to contribute to the future of Jack Link’s in Australia.

Why Jack Link’s?

At Jack Link’s, we embrace the wild side. We're not afraid to innovate or put in the hard work to make things happen. It's in our DNA. We've transformed a family recipe into a snacking sensation.

At Jack Link’s, we don't just make great-tasting snacks – we create memorable experiences. Join our close-knit, dynamic team in Casino, NSW, and be part of an organisation that values collaboration, growth, and excellence. In this high-impact role, you will lead our passionate Engineering team partnering with leaders and teams across the organisation to maintain land, plant and buildings to match production requirements and ensure health, safety and RMP/ GMP / FSQ requirements are met. This position is also part of the site leadership team.

Job Description

What You’ll Do:

1. Plant & Building Maintenance: Review spare parts, redesign machines, coordinate maintenance activities, ensure mechanical services meet production needs, and maintain high site standards.
2. Cost Control & CAPEX: Manage engineering capital projects, prepare and monitor capex requests and project plans, reduce engineering costs, secure supplies, and find cost-effective solutions.
3. Research & Development (R&D): Design solutions to improve performance and efficiency, introduce new technologies, and seek innovations for best practices in manufacturing.
4. Council Collaboration & Site Security: Liaise with the Council on environmental consents, manage utility contracts, oversee security systems, and maintain site equipment and vehicles.
5. Continuous Improvement: Ensure engineers follow relevant codes, proactively assess risks, investigate accidents, and address non-conformance reports (NCRs) within set timeframes.

Qualifications

What You Bring to the Table:

• A degree and/or trade qualification(s) in Engineering, Trades, or a related field.
• Previous experience as an Engineering Manager
• Experience as a member of a site leadership team
• Proven experience in managing teams across production schedules
• A solution-focused mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships at all levels.
• The ability to analyse and process high volumes of data and documentation, on a daily basis.
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Other related certifications e.g. First Aid 

Additional Information

Why Join Jack Link’s?

• Be part of something bigger: Jack Link’s is a global brand with a strong presence in the APAC region.
• Collaborate across teams: Work alongside our APAC team members to bring our unique culture to life!
• Supportive environment: Join a fun, cohesive team committed to achieving greatness.

This is your opportunity to influence and enhance the experience as part of the next phase of our expansion journey!

What’s Next?

Ready to make your mark? Click "APPLY NOW" to submit your cover letter and CV. We can’t wait to hear from you!

Additional Information:

• Applications are open to candidates with eligibility to work in Australia.
• Pre-employment checks, including a medical test and criminal convictions check, are required for successful candidates.
• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Join Jack Link’s and become a key player in shaping the future of protein snacking in APAC. Let’s make it happen – together!