Maintenance Manager

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Universal Robina Corporation Sugar and Renewables Passi is looking for a Maintenance Manager.

What are the Roles and Responsibilities?

The Maintenance Manager is a key leadership role within the sugar manufacturing plant, responsible for overseeing all maintenance activities. This position plays a pivotal part in ensuring the efficient operation of plant machinery and equipment, implementing proactive (preventive and predictive) maintenance programs, and leading a team of maintenance personnel. The Maintenance Manager collaborates with various departments to optimize plant performance, uphold safety standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

What are the Roles and Responsibilities?

1. Maintenance Operations Management:

• Develop and implement maintenance strategies to ensure machinery and equipment reliability.
• Oversee the execution of preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, and corrective maintenance tasks.

2. Team Leadership:

• Lead and manage a team of maintenance supervisors, maintenance planner, technicians, reliability engineers, preventive maintenance specialists, and lubrication technicians, providing guidance and support.
• Foster a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the maintenance team.

3. Maintenance Data and Analysis:

• Utilize maintenance management software (e.g., SAP, CMMS) to maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment histories, and work orders.
• Analyze maintenance data and performance metrics to identify trends, areas for improvement, and opportunities for cost optimization.

4. Budgeting and Resource Management:

• Develop and manage the maintenance department budget, including forecasting, cost control, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with production, procurement, planning, engineering, and materials control teams to ensure timely availability of spare parts, consumables, and maintenance supplies.

5. Continuous Improvement and Best Practices:

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance maintenance processes, increase efficiency, and reduce maintenance costs.
• Stay updated on industry best practices, emerging technologies, and innovations in maintenance management.

6. Safety and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, maintenance standards, and industry best practices.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Promote a culture of safety, teamwork, and accountability within the maintenance team.

What are the Qualifications?

1. Technical Expertise:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and a licensed engineer.
• Professional Mechanical Engineer qualification is an advantage.
• Proven experience in maintenance management within a manufacturing environment, preferably in the sugar industry.
• In-depth understanding of machinery and equipment used in sugar manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance techniques, predictive maintenance tools, and corrective maintenance strategies.

2. Leadership Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a diverse team of maintenance professionals
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with various departments and stakeholders.
• Experience in fostering a collaborative and safety-oriented work culture.
• Proven track record of team building, coaching, and performance management.

3. Analytical Abilities:

• Proficiency in utilizing maintenance management software (e.g., SAP, CMMS) to analyze data and track maintenance activities.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret maintenance performance metrics and identify improvement opportunities.
• Ability to develop and implement data-driven maintenance strategies.

4. Financial Acumen:

• Experience in budget development, cost control, and resource management.
• Understanding of financial principles related to maintenance operations, including forecasting and variance analysis.
• Ability to optimize maintenance expenditures while ensuring equipment reliability and safety.

5. Continuous Improvement Mindset:

• Proven track record of driving continuous improvement initiatives in maintenance processes.
• Awareness of industry best practices, emerging technologies, and innovations in maintenance management.
• Creative problem-solving skills to address maintenance challenges and optimize plant performance.

6. Safety and Compliance Focus:

• Comprehensive knowledge of safety regulations and maintenance standards applicable to the sugar manufacturing industry.
• Experience in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Commitment to promoting a culture of safety, teamwork, and accountability within the maintenance team.

7. Project Management Skills:

• Ability to plan, execute, and oversee maintenance projects effectively.
• Experience in coordinating with cross-functional teams for project implementation.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.

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NOTE: Universal Robina Corporation does not collect fees throughout our recruitment process and does not collaborate with any travel agency or third party to provide accommodation or other services to job applicants. All URC recruitment processes happen in our respective offices or plants. Recruitment processes are only carried out by our Talent Acquisition teams with an official corporate email address.