Packing Maintenance Supervisor – Riverland

Costa’s Riverland operations are seeking an experienced and proactive Packing Maintenance Supervisor to join our dynamic Citrus team. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll oversee a small team to ensure the seamless operation of our packing facilities through preventative and reactive maintenance.

What You'll Do:

Reporting to the Packing Maintenance Manager, you will lead and coordinate the day-to-day activities of the maintenance team, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and in compliance with safety and quality standards. You will oversee plant checks, manage repairs and equipment upgrades, and maintain stock inventories while ensuring a streamlined approach to procurement and record-keeping. Additionally, with the assistance of the Packing Maintenance Manager you will arrange and manage contractors, support new projects from scheduling to delivery, and contribute to cost forecasting. During peak seasons, you will share on-call duties and Saturday work with other maintenance staff to ensure seamless operations. This role requires a proactive approach to continuous improvement, team collaboration, and maintaining operational excellence.

What You'll Bring:

• A Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (preferred) or an alternative relevant trade qualification. A background in mechanical engineering or a related field will be highly regarded.
• At least 4 years in a similar role, with demonstrated leadership experience and the ability to plan and manage workforce activities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A commitment to workplace health, safety, and compliance, ensuring the team operates at the highest standards.

Key Challenges:

• Delivering efficient and responsive maintenance services while managing competing priorities.
• Building collaborative relationships with stakeholders and ensuring clear communication across the team.
• Proactively identifying and resolving issues to maintain seamless operations.

What We Offer:

• A pivotal role in driving the success of Costa’s Riverland packhouse operations.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• The chance to work with an innovative team in a leading agricultural company.

About Costa:

At Costa, we’re not just growing produce—we’re growing futures. 

As Australia’s leading grower, packer, and marketer of fresh produce, we take pride in delivering premium quality citrus, avocados, berries, mushrooms, and tomatoes to customers across Australia and beyond. Our success is built on innovation, sustainability, and the dedication of our people.

Costa’s Riverland citrus operations are at the heart of one of Australia’s most renowned citrus-growing regions. With 2,500 hectares of citrus orchards across six farms, two state-of-the-art packing sheds, and up to 1,000 seasonal staff, we grow, pack, market, and export directly from the Renmark region—ensuring the freshest produce reaches customers worldwide.

Working at Costa means being part of a dynamic, supportive team where you’ll have access to industry-leading benefits, career development opportunities, and a workplace that values your contribution. From competitive pay and wellbeing programs to a culture of learning and growth, we ensure our people are supported every step of the way.

Join us and be part of a company that values innovation, sustainability, and the people who make it all possible.

Ready to apply?

To learn more or to have a confidential discussion about this role, please reach out to Peter Klonaris, Maintenance Manager at 0438 751 295.

Please note that we will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews on a rolling basis, and shortlisting may occur prior to the advertised closing date. 

Costa is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.