Maintenance Head

Job Description : MAINTENANCE HEAD FOR BEVERAGES DRC 15+ years experience Job Purpose: To lead the plant maintenance function, ensuring high equipment availability, effective resource management, adherence to safety standards, and cost-effective operations. This includes preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance, as well as the planning and execution of plant shutdowns. Key Responsibilities: Annual Shutdown Planning & Execution - Plan and execute annual plant shutdowns with minimal impact on production. - Ensure availability of spares, tools, and manpower well in advance. Preventive & Predictive Maintenance - Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to reduce breakdown hours. - Drive continuous improvement in equipment reliability and performance. Plant & Equipment Maintenance - Oversee the maintenance of all plant machinery, instruments, and utility equipment. - Ensure proper calibration, testing, and upkeep of instruments. Materials Inspection & Spares Management - Inspect and verify the quality and specifications of materials received in stores. - Maintain optimum stock levels of critical spares and consumables. Documentation & Records - Maintain accurate equipment history cards and asset registers. - Ensure proper documentation for audits and compliance. Budgeting & Cost Control - Prepare annual maintenance budgets and capital expenditure plans. - Monitor and control maintenance costs within approved budgets. Team Leadership - Lead, train, and mentor a multidisciplinary team including engineers, technicians, fitters, and electricians. - Allocate responsibilities, monitor performance, and foster a culture of safety and efficiency. Shutdown Management - Plan and control both short-term and long-term shutdown activities. - Coordinate cross-functional teams and external contractors for timely completion. Safety & Compliance - Ensure implementation of fire safety systems and adherence to safety norms. - Conduct safety audits and risk assessments in line with regulatory guidelines. Vendor & Contractor Management - Evaluate and select vendors/contractors for material supply and service jobs. - Ensure technical compliance, quality assurance, and timely execution of work. Key Skills & Competencies: - Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation maintenance - Leadership and team management skills - Budgeting and cost control expertise - Proficient in CMMS and MS Office tools - Knowledge of safety regulations and statutory compliance - Vendor negotiation and contract management Qualifications: - M.Tech in Mechanical/Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering - Additional certifications in Maintenance Planning/TPM/Safety (preferred)

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