Mechanical Assistant Manager

As a subsidiary of Unilever, Unilever Oleochemical Indonesia (UOI) is the prominence of Unilever’s global palm oil’s strategy. Committing to conduct sustainable business consistently, Unilever Oleochemical Indonesia is taking the bold move to be the first oleochemical factory to invest in the middle of North Sumatra’s unique palm oil paradise. Ensuring the CPO (Crude Palm Oil) and CPKO (Crude Palm Kernel Oil) is traceable, certified, comply with NDPE policy and comes from sustainable and trustable source. With pioneering facility, Unilever Oleochemical Indonesia has succeeded to halve its carbon footprint and produce ultra-pure products under the brand of Unioleo.

We are welcoming high caliber professionals to come on board as part of our management team as Mechanical Engineer Assistant Manager who will play a crucial role in connecting technology initiatives with business objectives, ensure that digital transformations align with organizational goals, and drive operational efficiencies. In this role that you are about to embark on, you are required to carry out the following responsibilities:

1. Oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs for mechanical systems.
2. Ensure timely execution of repairs and servicing of equipment.
3. Monitor and manage spare parts inventory and procurement.
4. Lead and supervise mechanical maintenance teams.
5. Conduct performance reviews and support staff development.
6. Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth operations.
7. Troubleshoot mechanical issues in pumps, compressors, gearboxes, and rotating equipment.
8. Apply engineering principles to solve practical problems in plant operations.
9. Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations (e.g., OSHA, MSDS).
10. Assist in planning and execution of mechanical projects and upgrades.
11. Support commissioning and decommissioning of equipment.
12. Maintain accurate maintenance records and logs.
13. Analyze maintenance data to improve reliability and reduce downtime.
14. Prepare reports for senior management on equipment performance and maintenance KPIs.
15. Promote a culture of safety and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
    Participate in risk assessments and incident investigations

The requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
2. Minimum 7 years of experience in mechanical maintenance or engineering in a chemical or continuous process industry. (Fatty Alcohol/ Fatty Acid/ Methyl ester Plant)
3. Strong knowledge of pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, piping systems, and pressure vessels.
4. Familiarity with CMMS systems (e.g., SAP PM), reliability tools (RCM, FMEA), and industry codes (ASME, API).
5. Leadership experience with proven ability to manage teams and projects

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