Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor

Join the team that is proud to be part of a 100% nationally owned company – Paradise Foods Limited!

Paradise Foods Limited is seeking an experienced and results-driven Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor to join our Engineering Department in Port Moresby.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the mechanical maintenance function across our manufacturing operations, ensuring plant equipment reliability, minimising production downtime and maintaining efficient operations through effective preventive and corrective maintenance programs.

Reporting to the Maintenance Coordinator/Engineering Manager, this role will involve supervising maintenance technicians and trades personnel, coordinating equipment repairs, managing maintenance schedules and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of mechanical systems, proven supervisory experience and the ability to lead a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily mechanical maintenance activities across manufacturing operations.
• Implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximise equipment reliability.
• Lead equipment troubleshooting and repairs to minimise production downtime.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with workplace health, safety and environmental standards.
• Manage maintenance schedules, work orders and maintenance records.
• Support capital projects, equipment installations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coach, mentor and develop maintenance team members to achieve high performance.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality and Engineering teams to improve plant efficiency and operational performance.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Diploma or Trade qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Fitting and Machining or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years’ proven maintenance supervisory experience in an FMCG, manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical systems and industrial equipment, including conveyors, pumps, compressors and packaging machinery.
• Excellent troubleshooting, maintenance planning and problem-solving skills.
• Proven leadership, communication and team management abilities.
• Sound understanding of workplace health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Computer literacy and experience using maintenance management systems.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are encouraged to submit their application, including a cover letter and current CV, addressed to:

The HR Business Partner
Paradise Foods Limited
PO Box 1624
Boroko, NCD

Email: recruitment@paradisefoods.com.pg

Application Closing Date: 6th November 2026

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Join Paradise Foods Limited and be part of a team committed to keeping PNG moving forward through quality local manufacturing!