Operational Duties:

1. Staff Management:

● Train, evaluate, and oversee maintenance staff to ensure high performance and adherence to safety standards.

● Step in to assist with more complex maintenance tasks when necessary.

2. Work Prioritization and Oversight:

● Perform regular inspections and oversight of maintenance work to ensure quality and compliance with standards.

3. Budget and Financial Management:

● Manage the maintenance department’s budget and coordinate expenses for approval.

● Forecast, order, and negotiate prices for spare parts inventory to ensure cost-effectiveness and availability.

4. Tools and Equipment Management:

● Ensure the availability of necessary tools, spares, and equipment for maintenance tasks.

5. Proactive Maintenance Strategy:

● Implement inventory management systems to track and manage tools and spare parts effectively.

● Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all maintenance work.

6. Preventive Maintenance:

● Create preventive maintenance procedures and checklists to ensure regular and thorough maintenance of all plant machinery and infrastructure.

7. Record Keeping

● Maintain detailed records of all maintenance work, including dates, items withdrawn, supplier information, root cause of issues, and solutions implemented.

Responsibilities:

1. Ensuring Optimal Staffing:

● Ensure the department has the right personnel assigned to the appropriate jobs at the right time.

2. Prioritizing Work:

● Prioritize maintenance work across the team to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.

3. Quality Assurance:

● Monitor the effectiveness of preventive maintenance programs and make adjustments as necessary.

4. Safety and Compliance:

● Ensure compliance with safety regulations and best practices in maintenance.

● Maintain a safe and efficient work environment.

5. Communication and Coordination:

● Communicate effectively with other departments to ensure seamless operations.

● Resolve any issues that may arise during maintenance operations.

6. Documentation and Reporting:

● Keep accurate records of maintenance activities, including dates, work done, parts used, suppliers, root causes, and solutions.

● Ensure that maintenance records are updated and readily accessible for review and analysis.

● Strong organizational and prioritization skills.

● Effective leadership and supervisory skills.

● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

● Proficiency in troubleshooting and resolving complex maintenance issues.

● Negotiation skills for managing spare parts procurement and vendor relationships.

● Strong record-keeping and documentation skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.