Thales
Maintenance Manager
Mulwala
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- Lead / management
- Country
- AU
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- 30 Sept 2026
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At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.
Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.
From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.
OUR BENEFITS
Competitive remuneration + Super
Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS from $15 P/W
Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)
Modernised Paid Parental Leave
Veterans Leave
Novated Lease options
Personal & professional training development opportunities
Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner
OUR TEAM
Our Munitions teams in Benalla and Mulwala produce propellants, explosives and munitions for defence and commercial uses. With ongoing investment into research and development, we produce some of the world’s most high-performing guided weapons and explosive ordnance systems. And being at the forefront of a rapidly evolving industry gives our teams constant opportunities to build on their technical expertise.
YOUR ROLE
Acting as the 2IC to the Maintenance Manager, you will support the leadership and coordination of maintenance operations, ensuring safe and efficient site performance.
- Lead and mentor a high-performing team with focus on safety and compliance
- Coordinate maintenance and IWT activities and resources to achieve production targets, asset reliability and contractual commitments
- Drive HSE compliance and asset management best practices across maintenance and IWT operations, and contractor activities
- Manage maintenance systems and planning processes
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives, incident investigations and corrective actions to enhance operational outcomes
YOUR EXPERIENCE
- Trade or Engineering qualification with significant maintenance experience in a manufacturing, industrial or similarly complex environment
- Proven experience leading teams and delivering maintenance programs
- Strong understanding of safety, compliance and reliability methodologies
- Demonstrated ability to lead change, influence stakeholders and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Experience using CMMS platforms and Microsoft Office
AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE ROLES & SECURITY
A Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.
Additional information with regards to clearances is available from the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/. In some cases, individuals who hold a current clearance from a foreign government may be eligible to have this clearance recognised by the Australian Government and be eligible for this role. The Australian Defence Trade Controls Act (DTCA) is applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.
WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY
After you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We’ll then provide a personalised experience for suitable
Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police checks.
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It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community . We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.
We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.
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