Engineering Leader

At Tooheys, we're not just about brewing great beer; we're about creating unforgettable experiences. We believe in the power of our products to bring communities together, spark conversations, and create lasting memories. 

Within the Supply Chain team at Tooheys, we are empowered to make a difference by delivering best-in-class manufacturing solutions. Due to a recent internal promotion, we’re now looking for an Engineering Leader (Internal Job Title is Area Engineer - Glass) to lead our Glass Packaging team. This is a Permanent Full Time position based in our Tooheys Brewery in Lidcombe.

About This Role: 

Reporting to the Area Leader – Glass, you’ll lead a talented team of 8 (Trades, Packaging Specialists and Engineers) to drive asset reliability, equipment performance, and world-class maintenance practices. With a clear focus on safety, efficiency, and innovation, you’ll be delivering value every day through smarter systems, better processes, and engaged people.

Here’s how you’ll make a difference:

• Champion Safety: Build a strong safety culture, ensure compliance with Lion’s Safety Management System, and contractor management excellence.
• Own Performance: Lead the execution of preventative and corrective maintenance, track KPIs (OEE, MTTR, ME, etc.), and continuously improve uptime and efficiency.
• Lead Continuous Improvement: Be a driving force behind TPM activities, Lean tools, and digital maintenance systems. You’ll lead shutdowns, support NPD rollouts, and elevate our maintenance culture.
• Deliver Capital Projects: Scope and execute CAPEX plans to future-proof our operations, contributing to a 3-year capital pipeline that supports growth and innovation.
• Inspire a High-Performing Team: Develop and empower your team through coaching, performance reviews, and capability uplift. Role model Lion’s behaviours and foster a collaborative, solutions-focused environment.

What you’ll bring to the team:

• Proven leadership and coaching capability – you know how to lead, develop and get the best out of, and already high performing team (critical requirement)
• Engineering Qualifications (Mechanical, Electrical, or related) and a passion for the brewing or FMCG industry
• Prior experience in high-speed packaging or manufacturing environments
• A strong track record in maintenance and reliability, process improvement, and project execution
• Action-oriented, analytical problem-solving skills, and a mindset that challenges the status quo
• Hands-on experience with Lean, TPM, or similar systems.

What’s on offer? 

• Cross-Departmental Exposure: Gain experience and exposure to all departments on-site from one role.
• Empowerment and Ownership: Take full ownership of your role, driving innovation and excellence end-to-end.
• Impactful Leadership: Lead with passion and make a tangible impact on process improvement and team performance.
• Inclusive Culture: Join a company that is dedicated to driving inclusion, diversity, and gender parity across all teams and areas of the business.
• Production Allowance: of course – enjoy some free beers on us!

Are you hesitating to apply because you don’t meet all the criteria? If you align with our values at Lion, we encourage you to still click on the apply button so we can explore your unique skill set and the value you could add to our team.

Apply Now and Be Part of Something Extraordinary at Tooheys!