Asset Reliability & Maintenance Manager

BLUESCOPE STEEL LIMITED•Tacoma, WA

29d•$138,000 - $208,000

About The Position

The Asset Reliability & Maintenance Manager provides strategic and hands-on leadership for all maintenance and reliability functions across multiple ASC manufacturing locations. This role integrates maintenance operations, asset reliability improvement, and capital project execution to ensure equipment and facilities operate safely, efficiently, and sustainably. Acting as the key technical leader within ASC Operations, this position drives preventive, predictive, and condition-based maintenance programs, coordinates equipment upgrades and capital improvements, and maintains technical documentation and reliability standards. The role is foundational to BlueScope's Zero Harm culture, embedding safety and compliance into every decision, process, and work practice.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent technical experience
10+ years of combined maintenance and reliability experience in heavy industrial environments, including 3-5 years of leadership or multi-site responsibility.
Demonstrated success in implementing reliability-based maintenance programs.
Experience with CMMS systems, capital planning, and project delivery.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) or Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP).
Six Sigma Green / Black Belt certification.
Proven track record in facility or equipment modernization initiatives.

Responsibilities

Asset Reliability & Technical Leadership - Lead initiatives that enhance equipment reliability and performance through data-driven analysis, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement. Provide technical direction for equipment modifications, system upgrades, and performance optimization, ensuring all work adheres to safety and regulatory standards.
Maintenance Strategy & Execution - Develop and lead a multi-site maintenance program integrating preventive, predictive, and corrective activities. Supervise teams in daily and planned maintenance, prioritize work orders, and manage CMMS data integrity. Ensure maintenance execution reflects Zero Harm standards and reliability best practices.
Capital Projects & Facility Improvements - Lead or support the design, installation, and commissioning of new or replacement production and utility equipment. Collaborate with operations and corporate engineering to ensure projects meet scope, schedule, and budget while maintaining safety and environmental compliance.
Standards, Documentation & Compliance - Maintain technical documentation, asset drawings, maintenance standards, and reliability procedures. Ensure all systems comply with safety codes, environmental regulations, and corporate governance requirements. Drive consistent adherence to SOPs and preventive maintenance procedures.
People Leadership & Development - Lead, mentor, and develop maintenance and reliability personnel across ASC locations. Build cross-functional skillsets through structured training, certification, and multi-craft development programs. Promote accountability, technical growth, and team safety leadership.
Continuous Improvement & Innovation - Promote a culture of continuous improvement leveraging Lean, TPM, and reliability-centered maintenance principles. Introduce new technologies and digital tools for predictive maintenance, performance monitoring, and data-based decision-making.
Financial & Resource Management - Manage maintenance and reliability budgets (OPEX and CAPEX). Optimize spare parts inventory and procurement processes, manage service contracts, and evaluate ROI on reliability and improvement projects. Ensure all financial decisions support safety, sustainability, and cost efficiency.