The posting
Responsibilities
- Technical Support: Provide technical internal customer service, including attending and responding to machine breakdowns as per Factory Managers requirements. Investigate equipment failures or difficulties, diagnose faults, and plan, perform, or recommend remedial actions. Sustain maintenance and safety procedures or service schedules to ensure machines and equipment are in proper running condition. Ensure machines and equipment are reliable and perform consistently in the specified operating environment.
- Electrical and PLC Systems: Maintain the good health of the electrical systems in the building. Troubleshoot and supervise the resolution of PLC programs and related issues.
- Team Management: Supervise, manage, and effectively utilize the assigned maintenance team. Manage assigned budget and implement precise cost controls per equipment. Manage stocks of supplies and equipment. Keep maintenance logs and report daily activities.
- Preventive Maintenance: Develop and implement a comprehensive preventive maintenance program. Organize the repair and routine maintenance of production equipment. Ensure efficient repair schedules and review cost estimates. Monitor equipment inventory and place orders when necessary.
- Vehicle and Building Maintenance: Ensure all company vehicles are cleaned, fueled, safe, and roadworthy. Purchase and maintain vehicles for deliveries. Develop strategies for greater efficiency. Schedule regular vehicle maintenance and keep records. Maintain a safe environment with proper lighting and signage for all factory premises and facilities. Schedule regular building maintenance, contract professionals for repairs as needed, oversee contractors, and inspect completed jobs while monitoring building maintenance budgets. Ensure proper ventilation in the factory. Ensure all fire procedures are in place and in good working condition.
- Safety and Compliance: Design, maintain, and/or review the relevant working manual for factory operations. Resolve complaints, problems, and requests regarding building maintenance in a timely manner. Conduct regular risk assessments of the work premises and assist with the emergency response plan. Inspect the building frequently for signs of damage or wear and tear. Ensure all work carried out on company premises is done safely at all times.
Background
- Bachelors degree in engineering or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a maintenance or engineering management role
Knowledge
- Mechanical Engineering
- Strong Electrical knowledge
- Computer Literacy
- Proficiency in English and French (spoken and written)
Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Performance Management
- Managerial skills
- Strong Mechanical skills
- Cost Management
- Risk Analysis
Attitude
- Positive language and approach
- Integrity
- Teamwork
- Stress tolerance
- Initiative and innovation



