Maintenance Manager

Job highlights

• Bachelor s degree or diploma in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or related field
• 10+ years of experience in maintenance leadership,preferably in the dairy or food processing industry
• Preferred Skills: .
• Experience with automation systems (PLC,SCADA)

Job Title: Maintenance Manager

Department: Maintenance / Engineering

Reports To: Plant Manager

Industry: Dairy Processing

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading the maintenance team in the upkeep, repair, and continuous improvement of all equipment, utilities, and infrastructure within a dairy processing facility. The role ensures high equipment availability, compliance with safety and food quality standards, and the implementation of preventative and predictive maintenance programs.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintenance Planning & Execution:

• Develop and manage a comprehensive preventive maintenance schedule.
• Oversee all mechanical, electrical, and utility systems (e.g., refrigeration, boilers, CIP systems, pasteurizers, separators, homogenizers).
• Minimize downtime and ensure operational continuity.

Team Leadership:

• Lead, supervise, and develop a team of maintenance technicians and engineers.
• Coordinate training to maintain technical competence in line with new technologies.

Compliance & Safety:

• Ensure compliance with food safety (e.g., FSSAI, HACCP), quality, and environmental regulations.
• Enforce safety policies and conduct risk assessments.
• Maintain documentation for audits and inspections.

Budget & Inventory Control:

• Prepare and manage the maintenance budget.
• Monitor spare parts inventory and procurement to minimize downtime.

Continuous Improvement:

• Implement reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) and root cause analysis (RCA) practices.
• Support TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), 5S, and Lean initiatives.

Coordination & Communication:

• Work closely with production, quality, and engineering departments to plan maintenance activities with minimal disruption.
• Communicate effectively with external vendors and contractors.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree or diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in maintenance leadership, preferably in the dairy or food processing industry.
• Strong knowledge of dairy equipment and utilities (ammonia refrigeration, steam systems, etc.).
• Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
• Working knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and other food industry compliance standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with automation systems (PLC, SCADA).
• Project management capabilities.
• Knowledge of energy management and sustainability practices